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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $268

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 18/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
15 Oct — 22 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Sydney (SYD). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$609

One-way from

$268

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$654

Good round-trip deal

$997 or less

Good one-way deal

$444 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 21/1-26/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
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18/10
  • 18/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($62 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 September 2025.

Sun 9/1106:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 14/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$643
Sat 29/1106:45CHC - SYD
1 stop14h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 6/1218:50SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$649
Sun 2/1105:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1106:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/9$653
Thu 2/1006:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Thu 9/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$661
Wed 22/1006:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/1019:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$668
Wed 29/1011:25CHC - SYD
2 stops12h 20mAir New Zealand
Wed 5/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 13/9$669
Sun 2/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Tue 11/1108:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 13/9$671
Wed 29/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/9$673

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Sydney 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 15 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Sydney that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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Sydney

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

06:45-19:05

1 stop14h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/12

18:50-09:25

1 stop12h 35m

$649

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sun 2/11

17:20-08:00

1 stop16h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

06:15-18:25

1 stop10h 10m

$654

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 21/1

16:00-21:45

1 stop7h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

19:15-07:25

1 stop10h 10m

$663

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 22/10

06:35-08:15

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 29/10

19:15-07:25

1 stop10h 10m

$668

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

12:00-21:45

1 stop11h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/2

13:55-16:25

1 stop24h 30m

$669

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 4/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$686

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sun 9/11

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 14/11

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$691

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 21/10

12:00-21:40

1 stop11h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$701

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sun 15/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$272

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

21:00-08:45

1 stop13h 45m

$280

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Sydney

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney, you should look to book at least 63 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 September 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 62% on flights from Christchurch to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Christchurch to Sydney?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Christchurch to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Christchurch to Sydney flight should consider departing on Thursday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 15 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Christchurch to Sydney have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
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Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
905 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,334 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Sydney. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Sydney?

    To fly from Christchurch to Sydney, you need to book a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Kingsford Smith (SYD). Nonstop flights to Sydney Kingsford Smith from Christchurch take 3h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 24 outbound flights from Christchurch to Kingsford Smith offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Sydney flight route?

    This flight path from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith was viewed by 16,930 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Departing from Christchurch to Sydney will take you 14h 20m. Christchurch and Sydney are separated by a distance of 2126 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Sydney round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Sydney is Jetstar. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $408 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, starting at $456 and $483 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Sydney for 36% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $280. However, be on the lookout for offers from Jetstar and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Christchurch to Sydney for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Before booking your flight to Sydney from Christchurch, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: British Airways (90%), Emirates (82%), American Airlines( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,587 for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $285 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $634.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney 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 Sydney?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney (average of $268). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in December is currently the most expensive (average of $357). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to Sydney

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Sydney. 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 15 September 2025.
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JetstarCheapest$408Average$629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$456Average$612FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$483Average$684FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$527Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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