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The best prices from Auckland to Christchurch are usually found in June or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Home Oceania New Zealand Christchurch Cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch
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Price
$140 - $250
Temperature
11 - 22 °C
Rainfall
13 - 21 mm
Most popular in December High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Cheapest in June Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average price $250 Price for this month
Cheapest price $140 From Auckland to Christchurch

Auckland to Christchurch 2020 flight deals

Cheap flights to Christchurch from Auckland found for this year
1 May - 5 May
$50pp
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Found 11/12/19

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Destination information for Christchurch

Things to know before you go. Useful info for your trip from Auckland to Christchurch
Flight duration
1h 23m
Average temperature for December in Christchurch
21.0 °C
Avg rainfall for December in Christchurch
19.0 mm

Airports servicing Auckland

Auckland (AKL)

Airports servicing Christchurch

Christchurch (CHC)

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Weekly flight availability
from Auckland to Christchurch
Sunday
81 daily flights
Monday
117 daily flights
Tuesday
112 daily flights
Wednesday
89 daily flights
Thursday
88 daily flights
Friday
78 daily flights
Saturday
56 daily flights

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From Auckland to Christchurch

Christchurch is a South Island city with loads of character. The 2010 and 2011 earthquakes flattened much of its historic centre, but pop up galleries, public murals and an unswervingly strong sense of community has bloomed in its place. Peeks of its European heritage remain in Hagley Park, where you can go punting on the River Avon. Beyond the city limits, things go back to nature. The Port Hills are a case in point, serving up a web of walking and cycling trails that watch over the spectacular natural harbour.

How popular is this flight route?

The Auckland Intl to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 12,256 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long does the flight from Auckland to Christchurch take?

When flying direct, expect to fly for about 2 hours. The travel distance is approximately 465 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Auckland to Christchurch on average per day?

Travellers can expect 274 flights from Auckland Intl to Christchurch on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 6% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 49% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 29% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 17% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Auckland or Christchurch?

When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Auckland is typically similar to Christchurch. We can gather that this will continue over the next 6 days.

Is Auckland weather warmer or cooler than Christchurch?

Temperatures around the 24 °Cs can be experienced in February. The weather in Christchurch is colder than in Auckland. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

What days are direct flights available from Auckland to Christchurch?

Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How long is the flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

About 1 hour 25 minutes direct.

Which airlines operate flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Domestic and Australian airlines like Air New Zealand and Jetstar put on Auckland to Christchurch flights.

How frequent are flights between Auckland and Christchurch?

There are over 19 direct flights a day.

Which airports serve Auckland and Christchurch?

All Auckland to Christchurch flights take off from Auckland Airport and land in Christchurch International Airport.

Which direct flight route between Auckland and Christchurch is cheapest?

Early morning flights from Auckland to Christchurch are usually a little cheaper. Christchurch hit the headlines in 2010 and 2011, when a series of earthquakes toppled the city centre. Fast forward 6 years, and you’ve got a city that’s been reborn. Massive murals wrap building sites, futuristic sculptures decorate the cathedral-less Cathedral Square, and homegrown parks add a sense of community. Elsewhere, born-again buildings and squares are filling up with Portland-esque coffee shops and food trucks. You can still glimpse the city’s English heritage in Hagley Park. Here, punts meander down the river and past Christchurch Botanic Garden. Intrigued? Book flights from Auckland to Christchurch to discover a city that’s on the up. Discover cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch with our smart search engine.

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