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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $255

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 27/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
23 Jun — 30 Jun1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in August or June, booked 82 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 18 June 2025.

Round-trip from

$557

One-way from

$255

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$577

Good round-trip deal

$1,117 or less

Good one-way deal

$427 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 16/7-23/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 27/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 35m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($71 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
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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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 18 June 2025.

Wed 16/716:05CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Wed 23/709:05SYD - CHC
1 stop8h 50mJetstar
Deal found 16/6$557
Sat 2/816:30CHC - SYD
1 stop17h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/806:15SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/6$607
Wed 5/1106:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Fri 21/1117:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/6$618
Mon 23/616:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Sat 28/618:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/6$737
Wed 16/717:45CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Fri 25/718:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mEmirates
Deal found 16/6$750

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Christchurch

Fly to

Sydney

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 16/7

16:05-22:15

1 stop8h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 23/7

09:05-19:55

1 stop8h 50m

$557

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 2/8

16:30-08:05

1 stop17h 35m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 9/8

06:15-20:15

1 stop12h 00m

$607

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 5/11

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$618

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Fri 11/7

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 18/7

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

$688

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 17/7

16:40-18:10

Nonstop3h 30m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 19/7

18:55-23:59

Nonstop3h 04m

$732

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 27/8

20:30-08:05

1 stop13h 35m

$255

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 15/7

06:35-08:15

Nonstop3h 40m

$274

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 16/7

17:45-19:05

Nonstop3h 20m

$312

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sun 29/6

17:50-09:35

1 stop17h 45m

$316

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 13/8

16:40-18:10

Nonstop3h 30m

$324

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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 13 June 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney, you should look to book at least 82 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 18 June 2025.

Unlike at midday, 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 afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 18 June 2025.

The most flights from CHC to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Rainfall in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Sydney by month

Plan your trip to Sydney by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 18 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Christchurch to Sydney. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2025

AMD - DXB

The flight from Ahmedabad never took off. We missed the flight from Dubai to LA. A very poor experience with Emirates.

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?

  • 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 $557 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Emirates, starting at $618 and $688 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Christchurch to Sydney for 11% 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 Jetstar, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $255. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air New Zealand 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: United Airlines (80%), Thai Airways (80%), ANA( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    On average you can expect to pay $3,076 for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney. The cheapest flight overall is $254 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) is currently priced at $557.

  • 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$448Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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