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Cheap flights from Napier to Christchurch from $159

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NPE — CHC
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Napier Hawkes Bay to Christchurch are usually found in May or December, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Napier to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Napier to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 February 2026.

Thu 21/506:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sun 24/508:15
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$159
Sat 30/510:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 1/608:15
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 25/2$160
Sat 21/1106:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/1118:40
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$199
Sat 21/1106:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/1113:35
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$207
Thu 19/1110:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Wed 25/1108:15
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$222
Thu 19/1110:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sat 21/1108:15
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$231
Thu 19/1110:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 23/1118:40
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$254
Sat 21/1106:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Mon 23/1117:00
CHC
-
NPE
1 stop2h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$274
Sun 22/1110:25
NPE
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 45m
Air New Zealand
Sun 22/1116:35
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$281
Sat 21/1113:50
NPE
-
CHC
1 stop3h 45m
Air New Zealand
Wed 25/1108:15
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$291
Thu 19/1116:45
NPE
-
CHC
1 stop4h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/1113:35
CHC
-
NPE
Nonstop1h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 24/2$298

Find flight deals from Napier to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Napier (NPE) 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 26 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$159

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$391

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$275 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 21/5-24/5
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 20m total
  • Napier to Christchurch
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Departure

Return

Price

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Thu 21/5

06:25-08:10

Nonstop1h 45m

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$159

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Sat 18/4

07:30-12:05

1 stop4h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 20/4

18:40-20:15

Nonstop1h 35m

$336

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Sat 30/5

11:05-18:50

2 stops7h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 1/6

20:40-10:10

1 stop13h 30m

$436

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Sat 11/4

13:50-17:25

1 stop3h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 18/4

07:00-10:10

1 stop3h 10m

$465

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Thu 19/3

06:30-08:15

Nonstop1h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

20:35-10:10

1 stop13h 35m

$488

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Sat 14/3

16:45-07:35

2 stops14h 50m

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

08:15-09:50

Nonstop1h 35m

$491

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Mon 30/3

16:45-20:15

1 stop3h 30m

$197

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Wed 4/3

13:00-20:35

1 stop7h 35m

$242

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Mon 16/3

15:55-20:25

1 stop4h 30m

$284

NapierChristchurch

NPE - CHC

NPECHC

Napier Hawkes Bay

Wed 1/4

16:45-20:15

1 stop3h 30m

$287

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Best time to book a flight from Napier to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Napier to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Napier to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Napier to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Napier to Christchurch (average of $155). Flying from Napier to Christchurch in February is currently the most expensive (average of $214). 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 NPE to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Napier 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 26 February 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Napier to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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 26 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Napier 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
604 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

Air New Zealand is a great airline. Airline staff made us feel welcome and flight attendants were attentive and kind.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
604 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Marsha,Feb 2026

LAX - AKL

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Napier to Christchurch?

    You will need to book a flight from Napier Hawkes Bay to Christchurch if you want to fly from Napier to Christchurch. At least 1 airline has flights from Hawkes Bay (NPE) to Christchurch (CHC) on a regular basis. There are 4 flights to Christchurch from the Napier airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from NPE to CHC to be around 1h 45m.

  • How popular is this Napier to Christchurch flight route?

    The Napier Hawkes Bay to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 727 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Napier to Christchurch?

    There are many flights that can get you from Napier to Christchurch in 1h 45m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 575 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Currently priced at $177, Air New Zealand will fly you from Napier to Christchurch and back. In addition to Air New Zealand, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Air New Zealand is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Napier to Christchurch on time: Singapore Airlines (97%), Qantas Airways (97%), Air New Zealand (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Napier to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Napier to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $339, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $189. The most popular route (Napier Hawkes Bay - Christchurch), is priced around $159.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Napier to Christchurch (average of $155). Flying from Napier to Christchurch in February is currently the most expensive (average of $214). 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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Top airline flying from Napier to Christchurch

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Air New ZealandCheapest$177Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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