What’s the fastest stopover option from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Flights via Auckland (AKL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 4h 45m. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Flights via Auckland (AKL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 07m. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Auckland (AKL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $404. Find deals

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Wellington (WLG) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 65% of one-stop itineraries from New Plymouth to Christchurch on Cheapflights. Find deals

How popular is this New Plymouth to Christchurch flight route?

The New Plymouth to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 445 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 New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Departing from New Plymouth to Christchurch will take you 1h 30m. The distance from New Plymouth to Christchurch is about 517 km. Most flights are nonstop.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch round-trip?

According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($181), offers the cheapest pricing from New Plymouth to Christchurch. Air New Zealand is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New Plymouth to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New Plymouth to Christchurch

The most flights from NPL to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 cheapest flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Looking for the cheapest flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $349, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (New Plymouth - Christchurch), is priced around $307.

What is the cheapest day to fly return from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 113% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

To save up to 89% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 44 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from New Plymouth to Christchurch from $289 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $289 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch lean towards being more expensive in April. Prices are generally better when you fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch in June, with the cheapest ticket starting at $171.

What airports do I use to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Booking a flight from New Plymouth (NPL) to Christchurch (CHC) is your only option if you wish to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Plymouth 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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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New Plymouth to Christchurch are usually found in June or August, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from New Plymouth to Christchurch

Round-trip from	$475
One-way from	$163
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	June
Average price	$332
Good round-trip deal	$304 or less
Good one-way deal	$120 or less

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29/9-2/10
1 total stop
7h 45m total
New Plymouth to Christchurch

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3h 00m total
New Plymouth to Christchurch

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Cheapest flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Plymouth to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Thu 2/1006:50CHC - NPL

1 stop6h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$475

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/9$502

Mon 29/917:30NPL - CHC

2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$730

Mon 29/917:45NPL - CHC

1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1006:45CHC - NPL

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$787

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Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Thu 2/1006:50CHC - NPL

1 stop6h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$475

Mon 29/917:30NPL - CHC

2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$730

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/9$502

Mon 29/917:45NPL - CHC

1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1006:45CHC - NPL

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$787

Direct flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from New Plymouth to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Thu 2/1009:40CHC - NPL

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$544

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/1009:40CHC - NPL

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/9$572

Last-minute flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Plymouth to Christchurch. Data last updated 15 September 2025 and is based on user searches.

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Thu 2/1006:50CHC - NPL

1 stop6h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/9$475

Mon 29/917:00NPL - CHC

Nonstop1h 30mAir New Zealand

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 13/9$502

Mon 29/917:30NPL - CHC

2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines

Fri 3/1005:45CHC - NPL

1 stop3h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 13/9$730

Mon 29/917:45NPL - CHC

1 stop16h 20mMultiple Airlines

Thu 2/1006:45CHC - NPL

2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/9$787

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Mon 29/9

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Christchurch

Thu 2/10

06:50-13:05

1 stop6h 15m

$475

New PlymouthChristchurch

NPL - CHC

NPLCHC

New Plymouth

Mon 29/9

17:00-18:30

Nonstop1h 30m

Christchurch

Fri 3/10

05:45-08:55

1 stop3h 10m

$502

New PlymouthChristchurch

NPL - CHC

NPLCHC

New Plymouth

Mon 29/9

17:30-09:05

2 stops15h 35m

Christchurch

Fri 3/10

05:45-08:55

1 stop3h 10m

$730

New PlymouthChristchurch

NPL - CHC

NPLCHC

New Plymouth

Mon 29/9

17:45-10:05

1 stop16h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 2/10

06:45-07:30

2 stops24h 45m

$787

New PlymouthChristchurch

NPL - CHC

NPLCHC

New Plymouth

Sun 23/11

10:25-13:25

1 stop3h 00m

$163

New PlymouthChristchurch

NPL - CHC

NPLCHC

New Plymouth

Sun 23/11

20:30-20:35

2 stops24h 05m

$252

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

The best time to book flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch is 43 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.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch (average of $97). Flying from New Plymouth to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 NPL to CHC?

It’s optimal to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from New Plymouth to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

505 reviews

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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

505 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

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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.

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What airports do I use to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch?
Booking a flight from New Plymouth (NPL) to Christchurch (CHC) is your only option if you wish to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch. On a typical day, there are 2 flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch, all of which are around 1h 30m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch.
How popular is this New Plymouth to Christchurch flight route?
The New Plymouth to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 445 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 New Plymouth to Christchurch?
Departing from New Plymouth to Christchurch will take you 1h 30m. The distance from New Plymouth to Christchurch is about 517 km. Most flights are nonstop.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from New Plymouth to Christchurch round-trip?
According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($181), offers the cheapest pricing from New Plymouth to Christchurch. Air New Zealand is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the cheapest flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?
Looking for the cheapest flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $349, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $119. The most popular route (New Plymouth - Christchurch), is priced around $307.
Can I find deals for flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on New Plymouth to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from New Plymouth to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch (average of $97). Flying from New Plymouth to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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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