Cheap flights from Christchurch to South Africa from $1,374

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
10 May — 17 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 10 April 2026.

Thu 21/508:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/510:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,096
Sun 24/515:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Sun 31/522:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops39h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,121
Mon 27/408:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Mon 7/919:10
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops33h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4$2,188
Mon 23/1109:15
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Wed 25/1122:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops39h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 5/4$2,219
Tue 9/606:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops43h 55m
Emirates
Tue 7/710:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,222
Sat 17/1016:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Sun 1/1122:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops38h 50m
Emirates
Deal found 8/4$2,239
Thu 21/515:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/518:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,246
Mon 1/615:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops47h 45m
Emirates
Wed 17/613:30
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops37h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,251
Sun 24/515:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Emirates
Sun 31/518:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops36h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 9/4$2,270
Thu 21/508:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/513:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,326
Mon 23/1115:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops36h 00m
Emirates
Fri 27/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops31h 55m
Emirates
Deal found 6/4$2,391
Thu 23/710:50
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 18/810:40
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops36h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 6/4$2,427

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 10 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,096

One-way from

$1,374

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$2,304
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 21/5-28/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 70h 10m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 40m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($280 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($77 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 10 April 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

06:20-16:15

2 stops43h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,222

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

06:20-16:40

2 stops44h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

18:25-14:45

2 stops34h 20m

$2,386

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

08:20-11:30

3 stops37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

13:15-16:25

2 stops41h 10m

$2,390

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

10:50-09:25

2 stops32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

10:40-09:30

2 stops36h 50m

$2,427

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

17:20-18:05

2 stops34h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

18:25-12:55

2 stops32h 30m

$2,557

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

15:45-16:40

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 28/5

18:10-12:55

3 stops32h 45m

$2,578

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 11/7

16:35-16:15

2 stops33h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/7

22:20-00:10

2 stops39h 50m

$2,593
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sat 11/7

16:35-20:35

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,639

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 4/6

06:00-18:35

2 stops46h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/6

19:50-09:30

1 stop27h 40m

$2,684

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

10:50-09:25

1 stop32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

13:15-12:55

1 stop37h 40m

$3,613

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 9/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to South Africa

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of $1,353). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,873). 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 10 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

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?

    $857 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 $957 and $1,028, 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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of $1,353). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,873). 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$899Average$2,491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,711Average$2,502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,741Average$2,244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,788Average$2,448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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