What is the most punctual flight time for Dunedin to Christchurch flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often. Find deals

How often are flights from Dunedin to Christchurch delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Dunedin and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes. Find deals

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Dunedin to Christchurch flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Dunedin to Christchurch flight route?

Within the past month, 1,338 users have taken a look at flights from Dunedin to Christchurch.

How long is the flight from Dunedin to Christchurch?

Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Dunedin to Christchurch in about 1h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 327 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $153. You may be able to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

Weekly flight availability from Dunedin to Christchurch

The most flights from DUD to CHC are scheduled on a Friday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (13 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Dunedin to Christchurch?

The cheapest flight price from Dunedin to Christchurch is $96. On average you can expect to pay $670. The most popular route, (Dunedin - Christchurch), can usually be booked for $209.

What are the most reliable airlines from Dunedin to Christchurch?

Consider Qantas Airways (94%), Etihad Airways (93%) or Air New Zealand (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dunedin to Christchurch.

What airports do I use to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch?

If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Dunedin, then you need to book flights from Dunedin to Christchurch. There are 15 flights from Dunedin (DUD) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Dunedin are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from Dunedin to Christchurch typically takes.

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Dunedin to Christchurch?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Dunedin to Christchurch flights typically cost between $217 and $346 in May. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $161 on Air New Zealand (25 May-8 Jun). Find deals

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DUD

Nonstop1h 10m

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Deal found 21/2$328

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

The best time to book flights from Dunedin to Christchurch is 65 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch (average of $119). Flying from Dunedin to Christchurch in February is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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 DUD to CHC?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 55% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

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Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.

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What airports do I use to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch?
If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Dunedin, then you need to book flights from Dunedin to Christchurch. There are 15 flights from Dunedin (DUD) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Dunedin are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 05m is how long a nonstop flight from Dunedin to Christchurch typically takes.
How popular is this Dunedin to Christchurch flight route?
Within the past month, 1,338 users have taken a look at flights from Dunedin to Christchurch.
How long is the flight from Dunedin to Christchurch?
Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Dunedin to Christchurch in about 1h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 327 km. All flights are typically direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch round-trip?
Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $153. You may be able to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch for 40% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the most reliable airlines from Dunedin to Christchurch?
Consider Qantas Airways (94%), Etihad Airways (93%) or Air New Zealand (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Dunedin to Christchurch.
What are the cheapest flights from Dunedin to Christchurch?
The cheapest flight price from Dunedin to Christchurch is $96. On average you can expect to pay $670. The most popular route, (Dunedin - Christchurch), can usually be booked for $209.
Can I find deals for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Dunedin to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Dunedin to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dunedin 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 Dunedin to Christchurch?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch (average of $119). Flying from Dunedin to Christchurch in February is currently the most expensive (average of $186). 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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