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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Cape Town from $2,407

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — CPT
8 Jun — 15 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 May 2026.

Fri 5/606:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 20m
Emirates
Thu 11/618:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops34h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5$2,407
Wed 12/817:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops33h 20m
Emirates
Mon 7/918:25
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops32h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 5/5$2,463
Wed 12/810:50
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops32h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 7/910:40
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops28h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 5/5$2,468
Fri 5/606:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops44h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 11/613:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,483
Sun 14/608:20
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops42h 20m
Emirates
Fri 19/613:15
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops37h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 7/5$2,579
Thu 23/706:00
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 18/819:35
CPT
-
CHC
2 stops42h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$2,604
Sun 14/615:45
CHC
-
CPT
2 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/613:30
CPT
-
CHC
3 stops37h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5$2,689

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Cape Town (CPT). 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 9 May 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,407

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,372
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 5/6-11/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 78h 20m total
  • Christchurch to Cape Town
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ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

06:00-08:20

2 stops36h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

19:35-00:20

2 stops42h 45m

$2,604
Fastest return journey

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

11:00-09:25

3 stops32h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

10:40-00:40

3 stops28h 00m

$2,906

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Thu 23/7

15:45-12:40

3 stops54h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 18/8

14:00-14:25

3 stops38h 25m

$3,022

ChristchurchCape Town

CHC - CPT

CHCCPT

Christchurch

Wed 12/8

16:35-16:40

2 stops34h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 7/9

18:25-12:55

1 stop32h 30m

$3,111

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Cape Town

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 27 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 Cape Town?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $2,176). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,913). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 9 May 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Singapore Airlines and Emirates from Christchurch to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
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Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,570 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,510 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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

    Currently priced at $1,848, Emirates will fly you from Christchurch to Cape Town and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Singapore Airlines for as low as $1,911. Users have found that Emirates is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $838 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Qantas Airways, with prices starting from $1,109 and $1,123, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to Cape Town?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to Cape Town 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 Cape Town?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Cape Town (average of $2,176). Flying from Christchurch to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of $2,913). 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 2 airlines flying from Christchurch to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$1,911Average$2,402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,099Average$2,364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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