Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $271

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 21/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
26 Mar — 2 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or May, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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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 24 February 2026.

Sat 4/416:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Fri 10/419:15
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 24/2$557
Fri 1/516:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 4/519:15
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$562
Thu 16/417:45
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Wed 22/407:50
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2$564
Wed 29/411:00
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Thu 7/509:55
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 21/2$567
Wed 29/416:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Thu 7/519:15
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 21/2$571
Mon 20/416:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Thu 7/519:15
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 23/2$572
Thu 23/406:00
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Mon 27/419:15
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$576
Tue 5/517:45
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Mon 11/507:50
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 20/2$578
Wed 30/918:45
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Sat 10/1008:50
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 23/2$579
Sat 22/816:35
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Qantas Airways
Wed 26/810:20
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 20/2$583
Tue 23/620:40
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop23h 05m
Air New Zealand
Sun 5/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 23/2$589

Find 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 24 February 2026.

Round-trip from

$562

One-way from

$271

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$656

Good round-trip deal

$849 or less

Good one-way deal

$422 or less
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 1/5-4/5
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 21/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 40m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($108 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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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 24 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Sydney that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 5/5

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$579

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 5/5

21:05-10:40

1 stop15h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 11/5

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$644

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 9/5

12:55-19:10

1 stop8h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/5

06:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

$683

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 13/4

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

07:35-12:40

Nonstop3h 05m

$690

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 18/3

11:50-18:25

1 stop8h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

06:20-23:05

1 stop14h 45m

$733

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 13/4

20:30-07:45

1 stop13h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

07:35-12:40

Nonstop3h 05m

$735

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 4/3

18:20-19:40

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

15:35-00:25

1 stop6h 50m

$824

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

18:20-19:40

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

$829

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Mon 13/4

20:30-20:05

2 stops25h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

06:20-23:45

1 stop15h 25m

$840

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 4/3

08:20-22:05

1 stop15h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 5/3

06:10-00:05

1 stop15h 55m

$850

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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 20 February 2026.

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 $372). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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 24 February 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 60% on flights from Christchurch to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 24 February 2026.
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.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 28 outbound flights from Christchurch to Kingsford Smith offered by 4 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Sydney flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Departing from Christchurch to Sydney will take you 3h 20m. Christchurch and Sydney are separated by a distance of 2126 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $302 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, starting at $452 and $463 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Sydney for 53% 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 $210. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways 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: Virgin Australia (96%), Air New Zealand (96%), Etihad Airways( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,489 for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $262 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $504.

  • 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 $372). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $534). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$302Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$452Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$463Average$705FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$526Average$688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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