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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Riverside from $493

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 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
23 Mar — 30 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Riverside

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

Sat 21/314:10
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 28/323:35
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 30m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$959
Mon 24/813:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/923:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,011
Thu 19/306:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
American Airlines
Sun 22/312:49
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops39h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 20/2$1,095
Sat 22/813:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 00m
Fiji Airways
Sat 5/923:55
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 19/2$1,097
Mon 23/315:55
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 30/320:50
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop21h 55m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$1,099
Wed 26/806:00
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 8/923:10
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop30h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,102
Tue 24/306:05
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
Qantas Airways
Fri 27/322:25
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop21h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 17/2$1,107
Thu 27/816:35
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops23h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 8/914:07
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops39h 13m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,112
Mon 9/309:00
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops22h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 19/312:50
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops39h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 21/2$1,117
Tue 25/815:45
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 8/923:10
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop30h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 19/2$1,124
Mon 9/315:55
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Thu 19/322:25
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop21h 00m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$1,126

Find flight deals from Christchurch to Riverside

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

Round-trip from

$959

One-way from

$493

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,364
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 21/3-28/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Riverside
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Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 9/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Riverside
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($131 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($55 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Riverside 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 21 February 2026.
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Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

06:05-13:30

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/3

22:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,107

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:05-08:25

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

21:50-14:55

1 stop21h 05m

$1,139

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 20/3

06:05-13:30

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/3

22:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,141

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

06:20-07:05

1 stop19h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 8/5

23:30-15:25

1 stop20h 55m

$1,166

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

15:55-15:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 29/3

22:30-00:20

1 stop29h 50m

$1,167

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 19/3

15:55-15:30

1 stop19h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 22/3

22:25-15:25

1 stop21h 00m

$1,167

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

06:20-15:30

1 stop29h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 19/3

14:37-13:15

2 stops26h 38m

$1,193

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 22/3

06:05-13:30

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

Sun 29/3

22:55-00:20

1 stop29h 25m

$1,241

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 24/3

10:30-13:00

2 stops22h 30m

Los Angeles

Fri 27/3

23:35-22:15

2 stops26h 40m

$1,250

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 22/6

13:05-13:05

1 stop19h 00m

$512

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Riverside

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Riverside. Price data was last updated on 20 February 2026.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch to Riverside is 19 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 Riverside?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Riverside (average of $1,005). Flying from Christchurch to Riverside in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,183). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Riverside

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Riverside. 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 Riverside. Reviews last updated 21 February 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Christchurch to Riverside 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.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
596 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
996 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,735 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very Good
226 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 18
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SFO - NAN

Very friendly staff, warm service, well maintained aircraft, comfortable seats, and reliable on-time performance 👍👍

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Riverside?

    If you book a flight to Riverside from Christchurch, you will be flying from Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 9.5 km from the centre of Christchurch. There are 0 flights from Christchurch to Riverside per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Riverside?

    There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Riverside in 27h 25m. Fly via Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Christchurch and Riverside is about 11082 km.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $558. Air New Zealand flights start at $590 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $604 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Riverside (average of $1,005). Flying from Christchurch to Riverside in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,183). 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 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Riverside

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Riverside. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air CanadaCheapest$592Average$1,265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Fiji AirwaysCheapest$1,048Average$1,225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,119Average$1,583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$1,246Average$1,715FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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