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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Queenstown from $79

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — ZQN
5 Dec — 12 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl are usually found in August or July, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 5 November 2025.

Mon 15/1207:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/1208:50ZQN - CHC
Nonstop1h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/11$162
Wed 17/1207:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/1208:50ZQN - CHC
Nonstop1h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$171
Thu 11/1208:40CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 15/1216:45ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$175
Mon 22/1207:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 23/1213:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$196
Thu 18/1207:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 25/1216:50ZQN - CHC
Nonstop1h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$198
Sun 16/1107:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Thu 27/1113:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$212
Fri 19/1208:40CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Fri 26/1210:25ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/11$213
Fri 19/1208:40CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 00mAir New Zealand
Mon 22/1208:50ZQN - CHC
Nonstop1h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 4/11$215
Thu 11/1208:40CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 15/1216:05ZQN - CHC
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11$270
Mon 24/1107:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 29/1113:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 2/11$291

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 5 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$160

One-way from

$79

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$272

Good round-trip deal

$257 or less

Good one-way deal

$94 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 26/1-28/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 8/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($8 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 5 November 2025.
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ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 17/12

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 22/12

08:50-10:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$171

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 5/1

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 7/1

16:50-18:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$192

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 22/12

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 23/12

13:05-14:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$196

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Fri 19/12

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 26/12

10:25-11:20

Nonstop0h 55m

$212

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Fri 19/12

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 22/12

08:50-10:00

Nonstop1h 10m

$215

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 11/12

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 15/12

16:05-20:35

1 stop4h 30m

$270

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 20/12

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 27/12

13:05-14:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$289

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 26/1

15:05-16:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 28/1

17:30-23:05

1 stop5h 35m

$314

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 29/12

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 31/12

16:45-17:40

Nonstop0h 55m

$335

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

$83

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 31 October 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Queenstown is 75 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $118). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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 ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 5 November 2025.

When flying from Christchurch to Queenstown, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 5 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand from Christchurch to Queenstown. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

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
521 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
521 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown, you will be flying from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl. Flights to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) from Christchurch (CHC) take 1h 00m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from Christchurch to Queenstown per day from 1 airline.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Queenstown flight route?

    Within the past month, 802 users have taken a look at flights from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Queenstown in 1h 15m. Fly via Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Christchurch and Queenstown are separated by a distance of 346 km. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $157, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Queenstown.. Air New Zealand is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Queenstown from Christchurch, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Etihad Airways (81%), Air New Zealand (79%), Singapore Airlines( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Queenstown is $80. On average you can expect to pay $229. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Queenstown Intl), can usually be booked for $160.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $118). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in January is currently the most expensive (average of $182). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$156Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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