How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to Christchurch in 27h 40m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11082 km.

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 is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to CHC?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch as you normally would.

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

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How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

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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 September 2026.

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Round-trip from	$1,177
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Average price	$1,577

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59h 44m total
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

Booking 75 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 $1,452). Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,068). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Los Angeles to Christchurch flights typically cost between $1,232 and $1,820 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,177 on Qantas Airways (1 Nov–8 Nov).

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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 27h 40m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 11082 km.
Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch (average of $1,452). Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of $3,068). 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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Los Angeles to Christchurch flights typically cost between $1,232 and $1,820 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,177 on Qantas Airways (1 Nov–8 Nov).

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The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,177 on Qantas Airways (1 Nov–8 Nov).