Cheap flights from Christchurch to South Africa from $1,446

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 28/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
18 May — 25 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Sat 16/516:35
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Emirates
Mon 8/610:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4$2,165
Mon 11/517:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops32h 55m
Emirates
Mon 18/519:10
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops31h 45m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,191
Fri 29/515:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Fri 5/610:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4$2,198
Tue 9/616:35
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops33h 40m
Emirates
Tue 7/710:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4$2,250
Thu 28/506:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops57h 10m
Emirates
Thu 4/610:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,252
Mon 18/515:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Mon 25/522:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops30h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 17/4$2,254
Thu 19/1115:55
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops48h 40m
Emirates
Mon 23/1122:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops30h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,255
Sat 17/1016:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops38h 50m
Emirates
Sun 1/1118:50
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4$2,262
Thu 28/508:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Thu 4/613:15
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops37h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,422
Sat 21/1115:55
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops35h 50m
Emirates
Tue 24/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,425
Sun 15/1115:55
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops37h 05m
Emirates
Tue 15/1220:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops41h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 13/4$2,523
Thu 23/716:35
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops52h 55m
Emirates
Tue 18/820:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops30h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 14/4$2,544

Find flight deals from Christchurch to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,165

One-way from

$1,446

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,286
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 16/5-8/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 61h 45m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 20m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($264 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($75 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to South Africa 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 18 April 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:35-16:15

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,250

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 28/5

06:20-05:30

2 stops57h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

10:05-00:20

2 stops28h 15m

$2,252

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 28/5

08:20-16:40

2 stops42h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/6

13:15-12:55

2 stops37h 40m

$2,422

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

16:35-11:30

2 stops52h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

18:25-12:55

2 stops32h 30m

$2,566
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 11/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

18:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$2,574

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 29/5

08:20-10:15

3 stops35h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

19:10-12:55

2 stops31h 45m

$2,600

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 18/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

18:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$2,601

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 28/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/6

18:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$2,624

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 11/7

17:20-16:15

2 stops32h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

10:05-00:20

2 stops28h 15m

$2,676

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

10:50-09:25

1 stop32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

10:40-09:30

1 stop36h 50m

$2,681

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 14/4

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of $886). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,717). 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 South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 18 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to South Africa, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

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

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9.5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Christchurch to South Africa.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to South Africa?

    Departing from Christchurch to South Africa will take you 32h 35m. The distance from Christchurch to South Africa is about 10997 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $847 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from $949 and $1,020, respectively.

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of $886). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,717). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapest$892Average$2,471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,681Average$2,482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,727Average$2,226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,868Average$2,426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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