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Cheap flights from Invercargill to Christchurch

IVC — CHC
28 Aug — 4 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Invercargill to Christchurch are usually found in September or February, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Invercargill to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Invercargill (IVC) 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 23 August 2025.

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$383 or less

Good one-way deal

$186 or less
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Best time to book a flight from Invercargill to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Invercargill to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Invercargill to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Invercargill to Christchurch (average of $98). Flying from Invercargill to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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 IVC to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Invercargill 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 23 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Invercargill to Christchurch at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 23 August 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Invercargill 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
504 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Invercargill to Christchurch flight route?

    This flight path from Invercargill to Christchurch was viewed by 1,357 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Invercargill to Christchurch is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $182 on this airline. Air New Zealand is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Invercargill to Christchurch?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Invercargill to Christchurch consider choosing Air New Zealand(90%), Qantas Airways(85%) or Singapore Airlines(83%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Invercargill 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 Invercargill to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Invercargill to Christchurch (average of $98). Flying from Invercargill to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $183). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$182Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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