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Cheap flights from Christchurch to South Africa from $1,450

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
3 Jun — 10 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 4 May 2026.

Sun 14/615:45
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops34h 30m
Emirates
Sun 21/622:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops31h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4$2,268
Sat 31/1012:00
CHC
-
JNB
1 stop53h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1113:40
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops24h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,327
Wed 18/1109:15
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops46h 20m
Emirates
Sun 22/1122:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops29h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4$2,400
Tue 9/616:35
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops38h 00m
Emirates
Tue 7/710:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 1/5$2,402
Wed 27/508:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/522:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops32h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 29/4$2,434
Sat 31/1018:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops33h 15m
Emirates
Fri 20/1118:50
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops35h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5$2,443
Sat 31/1012:00
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops56h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 20/1110:40
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops27h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/5$2,480
Sat 31/1018:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops33h 25m
Emirates
Fri 20/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops31h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 3/5$2,512
Wed 27/506:00
CHC
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Qantas Airways
Wed 27/518:45
JNB
-
CHC
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 29/4$2,527
Sun 14/615:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Emirates
Sun 21/613:15
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops37h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4$2,544
Sun 15/1115:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops37h 15m
Emirates
Wed 18/1120:00
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops31h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 30/4$2,551
Thu 23/706:00
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/820:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops41h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/4$2,614

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 4 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,268

One-way from

$1,450

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,209
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 14/6-21/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 65h 35m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
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27/5
  • 27/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 00m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($266 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($74 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 4 May 2026.
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Departure

Return

Price

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ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:35-20:35

2 stops38h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

10:05-00:10

2 stops28h 05m

$2,402

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

08:20-16:15

2 stops41h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

22:20-16:25

2 stops32h 05m

$2,434

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sat 31/10

18:20-16:45

2 stops33h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/11

20:00-14:00

2 stops31h 00m

$2,512

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 14/6

15:45-16:40

2 stops34h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

13:15-12:55

2 stops37h 40m

$2,544

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

06:00-10:25

2 stops38h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

20:25-00:20

2 stops41h 55m

$2,614
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Wed 27/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 28/5

18:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$2,642

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Sun 14/6

06:00-09:00

2 stops61h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 21/6

20:55-14:35

3 stops55h 40m

$2,653

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 17/6

16:35-16:40

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/6

13:15-16:25

2 stops41h 10m

$2,712

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Sun 14/6

17:00-22:50

3 stops39h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 21/6

15:20-13:00

3 stops35h 40m

$2,959

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

16:05-04:00

2 stops45h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

20:55-14:35

3 stops55h 40m

$3,291

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

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

Booking 85 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Christchurch to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 $884). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,714). 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 4 May 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,312 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,030 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,506 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to South Africa. 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 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 38h. The distance from Christchurch to South Africa is about 11450 km.

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

    $845 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 $948 and $1,047, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to South Africa?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of $884). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,714). 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$884Average$2,493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,721Average$2,495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,725Average$2,224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,864Average$2,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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