How long is the flight from Europe to Christchurch?

Airlines like Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines fly from Europe to Christchurch in about 39h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 35m. Europe and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 18422 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Europe to Christchurch one-way?

$1,233 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $1,756 and $1,866, respectively.

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 most popular routes from Europe to Christchurch?

Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Christchurch, Frankfurt am Main - Christchurch or London Gatwick - Christchurch when deciding on the best route from Europe to Christchurch.

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

When flying from Europe to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Europe?

Located just 9.5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Europe.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Europe to Christchurch?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Europe 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.

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Europe to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 August 2026.

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Deal found 23/8$1,578

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Deal found 23/8$1,590

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Deal found 23/8$1,603

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Deal found 23/8$1,643

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Deal found 23/8$1,655

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Deal found 22/8$1,695

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Deal found 22/8$1,720

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Deal found 23/8$1,749

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Deal found 19/8$1,750

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Deal found 23/8$1,750

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1 stop33h 05m

Deal found 21/8$1,752

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Europe to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 August 2026.

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Deal found 21/8$3,221

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Deal found 23/8$3,420

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Deal found 23/8$3,698

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Deal found 23/8$4,047

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Deal found 19/8$2,210

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Deal found 21/8$2,406

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Deal found 22/8$2,945

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Deal found 19/8$2,564

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Deal found 23/8$2,827

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Deal found 21/8$3,171

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Deal found 18/8$2,912

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Deal found 18/8$3,228

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Deal found 22/8$2,949

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Deal found 20/8$2,842

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Deal found 22/8$2,927

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Deal found 18/8$2,681

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Deal found 18/8$2,989

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Deal found 23/8$3,728

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Deal found 23/8$2,884

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Deal found 21/8$2,927

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3 stops34h 05m

Deal found 20/8$3,006

Find flight deals from Europe to Christchurch

Round-trip from	$1,578
One-way from	$983
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$3,597

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MunichChristchurch

MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss - CHC Christchurch

MUCCHC

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Thu 5/11

21:10-00:35

2 stops39h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 9/11

06:10-17:55

2 stops47h 45m

$2,200

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Wed 4/11

08:50-00:35

2 stops26h 45m

Christchurch

Sun 8/11

06:10-14:30

2 stops45h 20m

$2,210

Frankfurt am MainChristchurch

FRA Frankfurt am Main - CHC Christchurch

FRACHC

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 16/2

21:20-00:35

2 stops39h 15m

Christchurch

Sat 6/3

06:10-06:10

2 stops60h 00m

$2,406

MunichChristchurch

MUC Munich Franz Josef Strauss - CHC Christchurch

MUCCHC

Munich Franz Josef Strauss

Mon 23/11

21:10-23:59

2 stops38h 49m

Christchurch

Mon 21/12

16:35-17:55

2 stops37h 20m

$2,543

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Fri 13/11

08:15-00:35

2 stops27h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 17/11

06:10-06:15

2 stops61h 05m

$2,564

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sat 12/9

23:55-12:55

2 stops50h 00m

Christchurch

Sun 20/9

17:20-07:20

2 stops49h 00m

$2,656

Frankfurt am MainChristchurch

FRA Frankfurt am Main - CHC Christchurch

FRACHC

Frankfurt am Main

Sat 7/11

09:55-23:20

2 stops49h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 9/12

06:00-06:10

2 stops36h 10m

$2,681

ManchesterChristchurch

MAN Manchester - CHC Christchurch

MANCHC

Manchester

Mon 23/11

19:55-00:10

2 stops39h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 2/12

08:05-12:15

2 stops41h 10m

$2,735

DublinChristchurch

DUB Dublin - CHC Christchurch

DUBCHC

Dublin

Fri 4/12

08:05-00:35

2 stops27h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 17/12

08:05-18:10

2 stops47h 05m

$2,827

LondonChristchurch

LGW London Gatwick - CHC Christchurch

LGWCHC

London Gatwick

Sun 22/11

06:30-14:35

3 stops43h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 24/1

08:05-16:30

3 stops45h 25m

$2,828

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Christchurch (average of $2,743). Flying from Europe to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,831). 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.

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

The best time to book flights from Europe to Christchurch is 64 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

See what other customers who have flown with Etihad Airways and China Southern from Europe to Christchurch have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,511 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,511 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,511 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

China Southern

7.3

Good

172 reviews

Etihad Airways

7.3

Good

1,511 reviews

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1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2026

AUH - KBL

really liked the excellent customer service, friendly staff, smooth check-in process, and comfortable flight. Everyone was professional and helpful, which made my journey enjoyable and stress-free.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Europe?
Located just 9.5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Europe.
How long is the flight from Europe to Christchurch?
Airlines like Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Turkish Airlines fly from Europe to Christchurch in about 39h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 35m. Europe and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 18422 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Europe to Christchurch one-way?
$1,233 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Etihad Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on China Southern and Singapore Airlines, with prices starting from $1,756 and $1,866, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Europe to Christchurch?
Most travellers choose London Heathrow - Christchurch, Frankfurt am Main - Christchurch or London Gatwick - Christchurch when deciding on the best route from Europe to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for flights from Europe to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Europe to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Europe to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Europe to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Europe to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Europe 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 Europe to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Europe to Christchurch (average of $2,743). Flying from Europe to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,831). 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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