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Cheap flights from Christchurch to South Africa from $1,222

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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
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 11 May 2026.

Thu 28/508:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Mon 1/619:10
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops33h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5$2,377
Tue 9/617:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops37h 15m
Emirates
Tue 7/719:10
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops43h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5$2,397
Fri 5/606:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 20m
Emirates
Thu 11/618:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5$2,404
Mon 7/916:35
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops38h 00m
Emirates
Wed 9/922:20
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops30h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 10/5$2,420
Fri 15/508:20
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops41h 55m
Emirates
Sat 4/710:05
JNB
-
CHC
2 stops28h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 10/5$2,462
Fri 5/606:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/613:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,479
Thu 28/506:00
CHC
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Qantas Airways
Mon 1/618:45
JNB
-
CHC
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$2,563
Sun 14/608:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Fri 19/613:15
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops37h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5$2,575
Thu 23/706:00
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/819:35
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,600
Mon 7/906:00
CHC
-
JNB
1 stop20h 25m
Qantas Airways
Wed 9/918:45
JNB
-
CHC
1 stop19h 35m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 8/5$2,665
Mon 7/911:00
CHC
-
JNB
2 stops53h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 9/920:25
JNB
-
CHC
1 stop27h 05m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 8/5$2,669
Sun 14/615:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/613:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,685

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 11 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,377

One-way from

$1,222

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,189
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 28/5-1/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 30m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
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Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 3/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 42h 30m total
  • Christchurch to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($284 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 11 May 2026.
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Price

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ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

17:20-20:35

2 stops37h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 7/7

19:10-00:10

2 stops43h 00m

$2,397

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

06:00-16:15

2 stops44h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

22:20-14:45

2 stops30h 25m

$2,417

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 5/6

06:20-16:40

2 stops44h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

13:30-12:55

3 stops37h 25m

$2,479

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

06:00-08:20

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

19:35-00:20

2 stops42h 45m

$2,600
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

06:00-16:25

1 stop20h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

18:45-00:20

1 stop19h 35m

$2,665

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 7/9

11:00-06:10

2 stops53h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:25-09:30

1 stop27h 05m

$2,672

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

06:45-09:25

3 stops36h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

10:40-23:35

3 stops26h 55m

$2,902

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

15:45-18:05

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

18:25-12:55

1 stop32h 30m

$3,409

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Fri 5/6

09:00-10:25

3 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/6

17:25-12:25

3 stops33h 00m

$3,465
Cheapest one-way

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 3/8

09:40-04:00

3 stops52h 20m

$1,359

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa

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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 $875). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 11 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
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,571 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,326 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,034 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.8

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

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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 37h 15m. 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?

    $840 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 $938 and $1,060, 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 $875). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in February is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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$875Average$2,467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,703Average$2,469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,707Average$2,201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$1,845Average$2,385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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