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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast from $480

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 12/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — MCY
2 Jan — 9 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast

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Best flights from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

Fri 16/116:10CHC - MCY
2 stops29h 10mJetstar
Fri 23/108:30MCY - CHC
1 stop10h 50mJetstar
Deal found 2/12$930
Sat 17/106:05CHC - MCY
1 stop12h 55mQantas Airways
Sat 24/110:15MCY - CHC
1 stop10h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/12$1,004
Sat 17/106:45CHC - MCY
2 stops27h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/108:25MCY - CHC
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$1,096
Sat 17/114:00CHC - MCY
1 stop20h 15mJetstar
Sat 24/108:25MCY - CHC
2 stops30h 10mJetstar
Deal found 3/12$1,047
Fri 16/120:35CHC - MCY
2 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 23/106:00MCY - CHC
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/12$1,431

Find flight deals from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to Sunshine Coast flight deals. Data was last updated 3 December 2025.

Round-trip from

$930

One-way from

$480

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,369
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/1-23/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Sunshine Coast
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 25m total
  • Christchurch to Sunshine Coast
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($713 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($144 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

Sunshine Coast

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

16:10-18:20

2 stops29h 10m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 23/1

08:30-22:20

1 stop10h 50m

$930

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

06:05-16:00

1 stop12h 55m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

10:15-00:10

1 stop10h 55m

$1,004

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

14:00-07:15

1 stop20h 15m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

08:25-17:35

2 stops30h 10m

$1,047

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Sat 17/1

06:45-07:15

2 stops27h 30m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Sat 24/1

08:25-07:35

2 stops20h 10m

$1,096

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Fri 16/1

20:35-18:20

2 stops24h 45m

Maroochydore Sunshine Coast

Fri 23/1

06:00-08:05

2 stops23h 05m

$1,431

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

18:50-07:15

1 stop15h 25m

$480

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Thu 1/1

06:05-16:00

1 stop12h 55m

$628

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Thu 1/1

06:45-07:15

2 stops27h 30m

$681

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Thu 1/1

14:00-10:30

3 stops23h 30m

$1,976

ChristchurchMaroochydore

CHC - MCY

CHCMCY

Christchurch

Mon 12/1

06:00-15:15

3 stops12h 15m

$1,976

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to KII?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 34% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sunshine Coast

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast. Reviews last updated 3 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
947 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
488 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
542 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast. 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 Sunshine Coast?

    Located just 9.5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Sunshine Coast from Christchurch.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast?

    There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast in 12h 55m. Fly via Jetstar or Qantas Airways to get the fastest option. Christchurch and Sunshine Coast are separated by a distance of 2565 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Sunshine Coast. 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 3 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$614Average$768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$662Average$851FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$805Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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