How often are flights from Christchurch to Invercargill delayed?

About 10% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Invercargill have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 72 minutes. Find deals

What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Invercargill flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often. Find deals

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week. Find deals

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Invercargill flights?

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

How popular is this Christchurch to Invercargill flight route?

The Christchurch to Invercargill flight path was viewed by 239 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 Christchurch to Invercargill?

There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Invercargill in 1h 30m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. There are 463 km between Christchurch and Invercargill. All flights are typically direct.

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

According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($192), offers the cheapest pricing from Christchurch to Invercargill. Air New Zealand is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Invercargill

The most flights from CHC to IVC are scheduled on a Wednesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Invercargill ranges from 60.0 - 100.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. August is typically the driest time to visit Invercargill when rainfall is around 60.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Invercargill, 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 14.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Invercargill?

On average you can expect to pay $322 for a flight from Christchurch to Invercargill. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Invercargill) is currently priced at $219.

What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Invercargill?

Before booking your flight to Invercargill from Christchurch, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (95%), Air New Zealand (91%), Qantas Airways( 87%).

What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Invercargill?

Booking a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Invercargill (IVC) is your only option if you wish to fly from Christchurch to Invercargill. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from Christchurch to Invercargill, 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 Christchurch to Invercargill.

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

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Q: How much does it cost for a return flight from Christchurch to Invercargill?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Christchurch to Invercargill flights typically cost between $475 and $356 in June. The cheapest return flight price found within the last 3 days was $219 on Air New Zealand (4 Jun-7 Jun). Find deals

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Invercargill

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18:35-19:55

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Invercargill (average of $239). Flying from Christchurch to Invercargill in March is currently the most expensive (average of $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 CHC to IVC?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Christchurch to Invercargill is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 50% on airfare.

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What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Invercargill?
Booking a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Invercargill (IVC) is your only option if you wish to fly from Christchurch to Invercargill. On a typical day, there are 8 flights from Christchurch to Invercargill, 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 Christchurch to Invercargill.
How popular is this Christchurch to Invercargill flight route?
The Christchurch to Invercargill flight path was viewed by 239 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 Christchurch to Invercargill?
There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Invercargill in 1h 30m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. There are 463 km between Christchurch and Invercargill. All flights are typically direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to Invercargill round-trip?
According to our current data, Air New Zealand ($192), offers the cheapest pricing from Christchurch to Invercargill. Air New Zealand is currently priced 46% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Invercargill?
Before booking your flight to Invercargill from Christchurch, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (95%), Air New Zealand (91%), Qantas Airways( 87%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Invercargill?
On average you can expect to pay $322 for a flight from Christchurch to Invercargill. The cheapest flight overall is $135 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Invercargill) is currently priced at $219.
Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to Invercargill that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to Invercargill flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Invercargill?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to Invercargill.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to Invercargill?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Invercargill 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 Christchurch to Invercargill?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Invercargill (average of $239). Flying from Christchurch to Invercargill in March is currently the most expensive (average of $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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