How often are flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Christchurch and New Plymouth have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 80 minutes.

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

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

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

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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

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

How popular is this Christchurch to New Plymouth flight route?

Flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth have been viewed 82 times in the past calendar month.

How long is the flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth?

A quick flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth can take about 1h 30m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $523. The distance from Christchurch to New Plymouth is about 517 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to New Plymouth, with prices starting at $263. This flight start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to New Plymouth

The most flights from CHC to NPL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New Plymouth ranges from 90.0 - 160.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 160.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit New Plymouth when rainfall is around 90.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New Plymouth, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February 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 9.0 C).

What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to New Plymouth?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth consider choosing Qantas Airways(98%), Singapore Airlines(98%) or Air New Zealand(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth (average of $297). Flying from Christchurch to New Plymouth in April is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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 NPL?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Christchurch to New Plymouth is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Christchurch to New Plymouth flights typically cost between $357 and $458 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $475 on Multiple Airlines (30 Nov–7 Dec).

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The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.

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Blair,Oct 2026

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The chicken dish was okay but kind of weird unlike the chicken penne on my trip home which was delicious.

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How popular is this Christchurch to New Plymouth flight route?
Flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth have been viewed 82 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth?
A quick flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth can take about 1h 30m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $523. The distance from Christchurch to New Plymouth is about 517 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth round-trip?
Flying on Air New Zealand is currently your cheapest option to New Plymouth, with prices starting at $263. This flight start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to New Plymouth?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth consider choosing Qantas Airways(98%), Singapore Airlines(98%) or Air New Zealand(91%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to New Plymouth flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to New Plymouth 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 New Plymouth?
Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth (average of $297). Flying from Christchurch to New Plymouth in April is currently the most expensive (average of $701). 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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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to NPL?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Christchurch to New Plymouth is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 43% on airfare.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth?

Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.

Christchurch to New Plymouth flights typically cost between $357 and $458 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $475 on Multiple Airlines (30 Nov–7 Dec).

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to New Plymouth

The most flights from CHC to NPL are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How often are flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth delayed?

About 11% of weekly flights between Christchurch and New Plymouth have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 80 minutes.

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

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

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

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

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

Over the past year, Air New Zealand have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing New Plymouth

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Christchurch to New Plymouth flights typically cost between $357 and $458 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $475 on Multiple Airlines (30 Nov–7 Dec).