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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch from $714

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 16/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHC
17 May — 24 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Sun 17/523:55
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 31/506:15
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops25h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4$1,365
Mon 4/521:50
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 31/815:45
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$1,371
Tue 28/423:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Sat 9/506:00
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,397
Thu 30/423:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop29h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 10/506:00
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,410
Mon 11/523:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Mon 18/515:45
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,422
Thu 23/423:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop20h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 6/515:45
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 12/4$1,424
Thu 16/421:50
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Wed 29/406:20
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,427
Fri 1/523:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop29h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 10/506:00
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 13/4$1,431
Thu 30/723:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Thu 13/813:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 14/4$1,432
Sun 17/523:30
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop29h 50m
Qantas Airways
Sun 31/520:30
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops37h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 16/4$1,438

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 17 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,365

One-way from

$714

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,485
17/5-31/5
  • 17/5-31/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 53h 15m total
  • Los Angeles to Christchurch
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  • 16/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 10m total
  • Los Angeles to Christchurch
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 17 April 2026.
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Departure

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Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 11/5

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 18/5

15:45-16:30

1 stop19h 45m

$1,422

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 2/5

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 12/5

06:20-07:05

1 stop19h 45m

$1,514
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 20/8

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 27/8

13:05-13:05

1 stop19h 00m

$1,731

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 1/6

23:30-17:35

2 stops23h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 8/6

15:45-17:05

1 stop20h 20m

$1,775

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 20/8

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 27/8

10:10-13:05

2 stops21h 55m

$1,839

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

23:30-00:20

1 stop29h 50m

Christchurch

Fri 20/11

06:05-06:15

1 stop21h 10m

$1,855

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 23/8

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 27/8

15:45-16:30

1 stop19h 45m

$1,855

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 25/6

21:50-14:45

1 stop21h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 24/11

06:05-18:40

1 stop33h 35m

$1,855

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 1/6

21:30-17:35

2 stops25h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 8/6

06:15-14:30

2 stops27h 15m

$1,863
Cheapest one-way

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 14/5

23:55-18:10

2 stops23h 15m

$780

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 10 April 2026.

Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch (average of $1,287). Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,485). 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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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 17 April 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Los Angeles to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
627 reviews
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Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to Christchurch in 17h 10m. Fly via Qantas Airways or Fiji Airways to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11082 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($1,804), offers the cheapest pricing from Los Angeles to Christchurch. This flight start at 3% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch (average of $1,287). Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch in April is currently the most expensive (average of $2,485). 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$1,804Average$1,912FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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