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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Christchurch from $730

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ADL — CHC
28 Apr — 5 May1
1 adult
Sun 28/4
Sun 5/5

The best prices from Adelaide to Christchurch are usually found in May or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) to Christchurch (CHC). 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 23 April 2024.

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$899

Round-trip from

$548
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Adelaide to Christchurch?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 11 days in advance, which can save you up to 40% on flights from Adelaide to Christchurch compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 11 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $621. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $873.

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

Flights from Adelaide to Christchurch lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Adelaide to Christchurch in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at $587.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch (ADL - CHC)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Adelaide to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Adelaide and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Jetstar flights heading from Adelaide to Christchurch. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Mon 26/821:40ADL - CHC
1 stop23h 55mJetstar
Sun 1/916:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$730
Tue 4/608:05ADL - CHC
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Wed 5/616:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 22/4$737
Tue 6/808:05ADL - CHC
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Wed 7/816:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$770
Fri 21/613:40ADL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mJetstar
Sat 22/608:35CHC - ADL
2 stops25h 25mJetstar
Deal found 23/4$789
Sat 17/817:15ADL - CHC
2 stops28h 20mJetstar
Mon 26/813:50CHC - ADL
2 stops20h 10mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$852
Mon 26/812:00ADL - CHC
2 stops17h 20mJetstar
Sun 1/911:25CHC - ADL
2 stops12h 10mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$893

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Adelaide to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Adelaide and Christchurch. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Qantas Airways flights we've found from Adelaide to Christchurch. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Sat 21/913:55ADL - CHC
1 stop7h 30mQantas Airways
Sun 29/917:50CHC - ADL
1 stop8h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$877
Tue 6/806:00ADL - CHC
1 stop6h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 7/809:40CHC - ADL
2 stops11h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 21/4$883
Tue 4/606:00ADL - CHC
1 stop6h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 5/609:40CHC - ADL
2 stops12h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$938
Sat 21/911:00ADL - CHC
1 stop10h 25mQantas Airways
Sun 29/909:40CHC - ADL
2 stops16h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$949
Sat 21/918:15ADL - CHC
2 stops20h 50mQantas Airways
Sun 29/920:25CHC - ADL
2 stops15h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/4$1,031

Adelaide to Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Adelaide and Christchurch in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Christchurch in 2024 at this time. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 26/821:40ADL - CHC
1 stop23h 55mJetstar
Sun 1/916:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$730
Tue 4/608:05ADL - CHC
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Wed 5/616:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 22/4$737
Sat 17/811:00ADL - CHC
1 stop9h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/805:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$742
Sat 17/811:00ADL - CHC
1 stop9h 30mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/805:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/4$747
Thu 23/521:40ADL - CHC
1 stop23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/506:25CHC - ADL
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$756
Sat 17/810:00ADL - CHC
2 stops22h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/805:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/4$758
Fri 21/613:40ADL - CHC
1 stop7h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/606:25CHC - ADL
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4$759
Sat 17/812:00ADL - CHC
2 stops20h 55mAir New Zealand
Mon 26/805:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/4$761
Tue 6/808:05ADL - CHC
1 stop13h 30mJetstar
Wed 7/816:05CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 30mJetstar
Deal found 21/4$770

Find flights from Adelaide to Christchurch within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide to Christchurch 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 598,797 searches. Data last updated 23 April 2024.

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Budget

$730 - $877

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Depart

Return

Price

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 26/8

1 stop23h 55m

Christchurch

Sun 1/9

1 stop7h 30m

$730

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Tue 4/6

1 stop13h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 5/6

1 stop7h 30m

$737

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 17/8

1 stop9h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 26/8

1 stop7h 40m

$742

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 17/8

1 stop9h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 26/8

1 stop7h 40m

$747

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Thu 23/5

1 stop23h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 30/5

1 stop13h 20m

$756

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 17/8

2 stops22h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 26/8

1 stop7h 40m

$758

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Fri 21/6

1 stop7h 55m

Christchurch

Sat 22/6

1 stop13h 20m

$759

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Tue 6/8

1 stop13h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 7/8

1 stop7h 30m

$770

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 21/9

1 stop7h 30m

Christchurch

Sun 29/9

1 stop8h 15m

$877

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When is the best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 73 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip from Adelaide to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Adelaide to Christchurch is currently $0 while a return flight costs $764. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $353). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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.

January

$590

February

$588

March

$582

April

$582

May

$548

June

$624

July

$612

August

$599

September

$649

October

$588

November

$609

December

$700

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

6 - 17 °C

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. 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 Christchurch. Reviews last updated 23 April 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Jetstar, Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand from Adelaide to Christchurch. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
659 reviews
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Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
659 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Qantas Airways
7.7
Good
1,008 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Jetstar
6.9
Okay
672 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.3
Very Good
659 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.8

Food

7.6

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • Can I find flights from Adelaide to Christchurch for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Adelaide to Christchurch for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $730, but on average you can expect to pay $827.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Adelaide to Christchurch round-trip from $730. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air New Zealand, from $742, and Qantas Airways, from $877. Jetstar is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • What does ADL to CHC mean?

    Adelaide Airport is ADL and Christchurch Airport is CHC. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Adelaide to Christchurch flights have a stopover in Melbourne most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Melbourne?

    The majority of Melbourne visitors spend their time at Flinders Street Station, Regent Theatre, and Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium. Flinders Street Station, Regent Theatre, and Sea Life Melbourne Aquarium are located about 20.0 km, 19.8 km, and 19.9 km, respectively from Melbourne. Travellers in need of a car in Melbourne can hire one for about $73 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Adelaide to Christchurch flights?

    Adelaide to Christchurch flights have a stopover in Sydney least often.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Adelaide to Christchurch flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Adelaide to Christchurch with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Adelaide to Christchurch flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Adelaide to Christchurch?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Adelaide to Christchurch offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Adelaide to Christchurch flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Adelaide to Christchurch flight deals updated?

    The Adelaide to Christchurch flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 23/4.

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JetstarCheapest$418Average$601FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$676Average$893FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$727Average$766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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