Question 1

What days are direct flights available from Christchurch to Wellington?

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Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday. Find deals

Question 2

How popular is this Christchurch to Wellington flight route?

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The Christchurch to Wellington flight path was viewed by 2,984 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

Question 3

How many flights depart from Christchurch to Wellington on average per day?

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On average, you can expect to see 9 flights from Christchurch to Wellington a day.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 56% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 22% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 22% of flight departures Find deals

Question 4

How long is the flight from Christchurch to Wellington?

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There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to Wellington in 50m. Fly via Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Christchurch and Wellington are separated by a distance of 306 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct. Find deals

Question 5

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

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Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Wellington, with prices starting at $77. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $141 return. Jetstar is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 6

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

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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $53 on Air New Zealand. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Jetstar from $59 and Qantas Airways from $1,120 one-way.

Question 7

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Christchurch to Wellington?

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Consider Jetstar, Air New Zealand or Sounds Air when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Christchurch to Wellington.

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Wellington?

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The cheapest flight price from Christchurch to Wellington is $63. On average you can expect to pay $154. The most popular route, (Christchurch - Wellington), can usually be booked for $77.

Question 9

What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Wellington?

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Wellington are Etihad Airways (92%), Air New Zealand (91%) and Fiji Airways (89%).

Question 10

Can I find flights from Christchurch to Wellington for under $100 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Christchurch to Wellington for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $77, but on average you can expect to pay $193.

Question 11

Are there direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has 8 direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Christchurch to Wellington is less than $175.

Question 12

Are there last-minute flights available from Christchurch to Wellington for under $200?

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There are currently 7+ open flights from Christchurch to Wellington within the next 7 days for less than $200.

Question 13

What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Wellington?

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Booking a flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Wellington (WLG) is your only option if you wish to fly from Christchurch to Wellington. On a typical day, there are 23 flights from Christchurch to Wellington, all of which are around 0h 50m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 3 airlines when you book a flight from Christchurch to Wellington.

Question 14

Which airlines flying from Christchurch to Wellington have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Accepted Answer

Some of the carriers operating flights from Christchurch to Wellington that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Sounds Air. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Christchurch to Wellington?

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Users have found that flying from Christchurch to Wellington on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

Question 16

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Wellington?

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To save on the cost of your flight from Christchurch to Wellington, book at least 55 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 102% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $207 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $292.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Wellington?

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April can be a great time to fly to Wellington from Christchurch with a flight ticket averaging about $182. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of April for as cheap as $93. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

Question 18

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Wellington (CHC - WLG)?

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It’s optimal to fly from Christchurch to Wellington in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Question 19

What airports serve Christchurch to Wellington flights?

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Travellers who are going to Wellington from Christchurch are likely to start the trip at Christchurch International Airport. This airport is 12 kilometres from the city centre in the suburb of Harewood. This is the second busiest airport in New Zealand after Auckland Airport. This is a curfew-free airport that operates around the clock. Once passengers reach Wellington, they will be at Wellington International Airport. The airport is 5.5 kilometres from the city centre and is the third busiest New Zealand airport. The airport links to major cities in both Australia and New Zealand.

Question 20

Which airlines fly directly from Christchurch to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights are available from Christchurch to Wellington from airlines such as Jetstar and Air New Zealand. These nonstop flights are relatively inexpensive. Many of the flights take less than an hour to move passengers from Christchurch to Wellington. Flights can be found at most times of day from the early morning until later in the evening so passengers can choose the time that meets their needs best. Unlike some trips, direct flights into Wellington are typically less expensive than flights that include stopovers in one or more other cities.

Question 21

What are the stopover options between Christchurch to Wellington?

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Jetstar, Sounds Air, and Air New Zealand are a few of the airlines that offer stopover flights with one stop on the way to Wellington. The stop may be in Blenheim (BHE) or Nelson (NSN) airports. These one-stop flights have an average duration of 1h 23m. There are also several flights with two stopovers offered by Air New Zealand. These flights are an average of 2h 48m in duration. The flights make stops in Palmerston North (PMR) and Hamilton (HLZ).

Question 22

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Christchurch to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Since both Christchurch and Wellington are located in New Zealand, passengers do not need a passport of a visa to take this flight.

Popular in	June	High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Cheapest in	April	Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
Average price	$136	Average for round-trip flights in May 2022
Round-trip from	$133	From Christchurch to Wellington

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time	COVID-19 safety
Jetstar	Cheapest$73	Average$126	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	COVID-19 safety	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$104	Average$178	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	COVID-19 safety	Search Air New Zealand flights
Sounds Air	Cheapest$505	Average$736	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	COVID-19 safety	Search Sounds Air flights

5%of flight departures	Early morningMidnight to 6 am
46%of flight departures	Morning6 am to noon
37%of flight departures	AfternoonNoon to 6 pm
12%of flight departures	Evening6 pm to midnight

Sunday	22daily flights
Monday	25daily flights
Tuesday	26daily flights
Wednesday	26daily flights
Thursday	20daily flights
Friday	25daily flights
Saturday	17daily flights

Cheap flights from Christchurch to Wellington

The best prices from Christchurch to Wellington are usually found in April or May, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Wellington

All the information you need to plan the best CHC to WLG flight in 2022: compare Christchurch to Wellington flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Wellington.

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