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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Christchurch from $397

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — CHC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Adelaide to Christchurch are usually found in May or August, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$758

One-way from

$397

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$817
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 15/10-27/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 05m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($77 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Wed 15/1012:15ADL - CHC
1 stop9h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1006:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$758
Wed 22/1006:00ADL - CHC
1 stop15h 40mEmirates
Wed 29/1006:05CHC - ADL
1 stop14h 10mEmirates
Deal found 27/8$792
Sun 12/1007:40ADL - CHC
1 stop14h 00mJetstar
Sun 19/1006:15CHC - ADL
2 stops28h 10mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$800
Wed 15/1018:35ADL - CHC
2 stops18h 50mJetstar
Mon 27/1009:15CHC - ADL
1 stop26h 50mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$807
Thu 23/1011:55ADL - CHC
1 stop28h 05mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/1009:25CHC - ADL
2 stops28h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$827
Tue 28/1011:55ADL - CHC
1 stop7h 45mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/1018:00CHC - ADL
Nonstop4h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$839
Thu 23/1014:10ADL - CHC
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/1006:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$851

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Christchurch

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Departure

Return

Price

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 15/10

12:15-00:10

1 stop9h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 27/10

06:05-11:15

1 stop7h 40m

$758

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 22/10

06:00-00:10

1 stop15h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

06:05-17:45

1 stop14h 10m

$792

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sun 12/10

07:40-00:10

1 stop14h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 19/10

06:15-07:55

2 stops28h 10m

$800

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 15/10

18:35-15:55

2 stops18h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 27/10

09:15-09:35

1 stop26h 50m

$807

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 13/10

07:40-00:10

1 stop14h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 20/10

06:10-07:55

1 stop28h 15m

$822

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 23/10

11:55-18:30

1 stop28h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 29/10

09:25-10:55

2 stops28h 00m

$827

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Tue 28/10

11:55-22:10

1 stop7h 45m

Christchurch

Fri 31/10

18:00-20:05

Nonstop4h 35m

$839

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 13/10

07:40-00:10

1 stop14h 00m

$397

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 15/9

21:40-16:20

1 stop16h 10m

$450

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 6/10

21:40-00:10

2 stops24h 00m

$472

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Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to Christchurch

How far ahead should I book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $97). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $182). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ADL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Adelaide to Christchurch in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 17% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from Adelaide to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
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Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.5

Food

6.9

Overall

7.5

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.2

Entertainment

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jul 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Emirates and Jetstar can get you from Adelaide to Christchurch in just under 14h. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 40m. The distance between Adelaide and Christchurch is about 3053 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch round-trip?

    Currently priced at $724, Qantas Airways will fly you from Adelaide to Christchurch and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Qantas Airways is currently priced 17% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Adelaide to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Adelaide to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $97). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $182). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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