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Cheap flights from the United States to Christchurch from $580

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — CHC
20 Feb — 27 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from USA to Christchurch

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Cheapest flights from USA to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 January 2026.

Sat 16/523:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Sat 23/513:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/1$1,164
Thu 19/222:35
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Thu 26/214:10
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,176
Sat 31/118:10
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops23h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/206:10
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops26h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,180
Wed 25/214:10
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops30h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 13/306:20
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops30h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,188
Thu 19/323:35
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 24/306:35
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,245
Thu 19/314:50
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops36h 15m
Air Canada
Tue 24/309:25
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops27h 04m
Air Canada
Deal found 18/1$1,305
Tue 3/1122:35
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/1115:55
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1$1,312
Wed 25/222:35
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops26h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 27/310:30
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 20/1$1,324
Fri 6/314:50
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops26h 05m
Air Canada
Mon 23/310:00
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops30h 01m
Air Canada
Deal found 20/1$1,332
Sun 3/515:00
SEA
-
CHC
2 stops28h 20m
Air Canada
Wed 20/506:00
CHC
-
SEA
2 stops27h 20m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,341
Sun 5/410:10
SEA
-
CHC
2 stops43h 30m
Air Canada
Sun 19/406:00
CHC
-
SEA
2 stops32h 18m
Air Canada
Deal found 21/1$1,350
Sat 28/222:35
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Sat 14/314:10
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 20/1$1,355

Find flight deals from USA to Christchurch

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Christchurch flight deals. Data was last updated 21 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,164

One-way from

$580

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$3,174
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 16/5-23/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • USA to Christchurch
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 17/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 35m total
  • USA to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($1,690 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($306 potential savings vs. average return price).
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USA

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Christchurch

Route

Departure

Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 19/2

22:35-13:10

1 stop17h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

14:10-12:00

1 stop18h 50m

$1,176

SeattleChristchurch

SEA - CHC

SEACHC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 5/4

20:00-00:40

2 stops33h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 19/4

06:00-19:18

2 stops32h 18m

$1,350

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sat 2/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 16/5

13:05-12:55

1 stop18h 50m

$1,417

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sat 2/5

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 14/5

13:05-12:55

1 stop18h 50m

$1,417

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Sun 1/3

15:15-00:40

2 stops36h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

08:45-14:40

2 stops26h 55m

$1,423

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Sat 7/3

15:15-14:25

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 15/3

06:10-09:15

2 stops23h 05m

$1,442

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Thu 26/2

19:05-00:40

2 stops32h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

06:20-13:40

2 stops28h 20m

$1,446

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Fri 27/2

19:05-14:40

2 stops22h 35m

Christchurch

Sun 8/3

06:20-17:30

2 stops32h 10m

$1,465

SeattleChristchurch

SEA - CHC

SEACHC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 13/3

20:00-13:25

2 stops21h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 23/3

10:00-09:31

2 stops19h 31m

$1,468

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 28/4

23:55-12:05

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 17/5

06:35-12:55

2 stops25h 20m

$1,490

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Christchurch (average of $153). Flying from USA to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,456). 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 US to CHC?

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

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 21 January 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from the United States 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
572 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
572 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

David,Jan 2026

AKL - IAH

Couple of spare seats on this flight so people could spread a little. Much better than a full plane

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from United States?

    Christchurch (CHC) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from United States to Christchurch. It is only a 9.5 km journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Christchurch’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from USA to Christchurch?

    Departing from USA to Christchurch will take you 17h 10m. There are 11082 km between USA and Christchurch. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from USA to Christchurch one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $634 on Fiji Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $861 and Qantas Airways from $936 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from USA to Christchurch?

    Most travellers choose San Francisco - Christchurch, Los Angeles - Christchurch or Portland - Christchurch when deciding on the best route from USA to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Christchurch (average of $153). Flying from USA to Christchurch in November is currently the most expensive (average of $1,456). 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 USA to Christchurch

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,807Average$2,209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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