Cheap flights from Christchurch to Wellington

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From Christchurch to Wellington

What days are direct flights available from Christchurch to Wellington?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

This flight path from Christchurch to Wellington was viewed by 3,466 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long does the flight from Christchurch to Wellington take?

You can expect a flight time of up to 1 hour when flying direct. Airlines will travel a distance of up to 190 kilometres.

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

Per day, 95 flights depart from Christchurch to Wellington on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 2% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 42% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 37% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 19% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Christchurch or Wellington?

The rainfall in Christchurch is generally same as the rainfall in Wellington. This will continue over the next 6 days.

Is Christchurch weather warmer or cooler than Wellington?

Expect the weather to be around 22 °C on average in January. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Wellington is generally colder than in Christchurch.

What airports serve Christchurch to Wellington flights?

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.

Which airlines fly directly from Christchurch to Wellington?

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.

What are the stopover options between Christchurch to Wellington?

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).

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

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