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Cheap flights from Cairns to Christchurch from $361

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 9/5. 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.
CNS — CHC
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult
Sun 24/3
Sun 31/3

The best prices from Cairns to Christchurch are usually found in August or May, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Cairns to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cairns (CNS) 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 19 March 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$573

One-way from

$465
High demand for flights, 18% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 8% potential price drop
From Cairns to Christchurch
One-way flight from Cairns to Christchurch

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

Users have found that flying from Cairns to Christchurch on a Wednesday 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.

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

To save up to 25% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 51 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Cairns to Christchurch from $1,032 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $1,348 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Our data shows that August tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Cairns. Users have commonly found prices around $1,058 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $852. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in June.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Christchurch (CNS - CHC)?

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Cairns to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Cheap Jetstar flights from Cairns to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Jetstar for the route between Cairns 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Jetstar flights we've come across from Cairns to Christchurch. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Mon 8/409:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Mon 22/416:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$712
Mon 8/409:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Mon 22/416:05CHC - CNS
2 stops19h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$780
Mon 8/409:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Sun 21/406:45CHC - CNS
2 stops28h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$783
Mon 8/409:45CNS - CHC
3 stops21h 20mJetstar
Mon 22/416:05CHC - CNS
2 stops19h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$891
Sat 6/409:45CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Sun 21/406:45CHC - CNS
2 stops28h 25mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$899
Mon 8/407:20CNS - CHC
2 stops14h 45mJetstar
Mon 22/416:05CHC - CNS
2 stops19h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$905
Sun 7/407:00CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Sat 20/416:05CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 05mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$952
Sun 7/418:55CNS - CHC
2 stops27h 10mJetstar
Sat 20/416:05CHC - CNS
2 stops19h 10mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$957
Mon 8/409:45CNS - CHC
3 stops21h 20mJetstar
Sun 21/409:40CHC - CNS
2 stops24h 45mJetstar
Deal found 17/3$984

Cheap Qantas Airways flights from Cairns to Christchurch

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qantas Airways for the route between Cairns 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Qantas Airways flights we've found at this time heading from Cairns to Christchurch. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 29/707:00CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 31/706:25CHC - CNS
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$998
Mon 29/707:00CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 31/706:25CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/3$1,000
Mon 29/706:35CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 31/706:25CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,016

Cheap Cairns to Christchurch flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cairns to Christchurch specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Prices were last updated on 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Christchurch in 2024 at this time. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 30/309:45CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 20mJetstar
Tue 9/406:45CHC - CNS
2 stops28h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$1,000
Sun 31/309:10CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 55mJetstar
Tue 9/406:45CHC - CNS
2 stops28h 25mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$1,010
Tue 2/410:55CNS - CHC
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/418:10CHC - CNS
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,032
Sat 30/309:45CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/406:25CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,044
Tue 2/409:10CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 10mQantas Airways
Tue 9/406:25CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,053
Sat 30/312:25CNS - CHC
2 stops19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/408:35CHC - CNS
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,068
Mon 1/412:45CNS - CHC
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/418:10CHC - CNS
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,105
Sun 31/309:10CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/416:10CHC - CNS
1 stop19h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,111
Mon 1/406:00CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Tue 9/406:25CHC - CNS
1 stop8h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/3$1,112

Cairns to Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cairns and Christchurch in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Christchurch in 2024 at this time. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Mon 29/707:00CNS - CHC
2 stops22h 50mQantas Airways
Wed 31/706:25CHC - CNS
1 stop17h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$998
Mon 29/706:35CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 31/706:25CHC - CNS
1 stop10h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/3$1,016
Mon 29/714:35CNS - CHC
2 stops17h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 31/713:05CHC - CNS
2 stops11h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/3$1,336

One-way flights to Christchurch from Cairns

Search for one-way flight options from Cairns to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Cairns to Christchurch. For those needing a return trip from Cairns, there is a search form available above.
Thu 9/509:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$361
Tue 7/507:00CNS - CHC
1 stop15h 05mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$370
Mon 6/506:00CNS - CHC
2 stops33h 35mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$381
Mon 6/509:45CNS - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$411
Wed 8/512:45CNS - CHC
2 stops16h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$453
Thu 9/516:10CNS - CHC
2 stops29h 55mJetstar
Deal found 18/3$465
Thu 9/512:45CNS - CHC
2 stops16h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$471
Thu 29/811:55CNS - CHC
1 stop8h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/3$526
Tue 7/513:50CNS - CHC
3 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/3$544

Find flights from Cairns to Christchurch within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cairns 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 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

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$712 - $1,336

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CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 8/4

1 stop12h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 22/4

1 stop19h 05m

$712

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 8/4

1 stop12h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 21/4

1 stop28h 40m

$757

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 8/4

1 stop12h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 22/4

2 stops19h 10m

$780

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 8/4

1 stop12h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 21/4

2 stops28h 25m

$783

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sat 6/4

1 stop11h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 21/4

1 stop28h 40m

$875

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Sun 7/4

2 stops26h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 20/4

1 stop19h 05m

$896

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 29/7

2 stops22h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/7

1 stop17h 30m

$998

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 29/7

2 stops22h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/7

1 stop10h 15m

$1,000

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Mon 29/7

2 stops17h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 31/7

2 stops11h 55m

$1,336

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cairns to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cairns to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cairns to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cairns to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 17 March 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cairns to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 Cairns to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Cairns to Christchurch is currently $442 while a return flight costs $904. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Christchurch (average of $376). Flying from Cairns to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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

$585

February

$577

March

$573

April

$634

May

$597

June

$628

July

$608

August

$593

September

$644

October

$588

November

$602

December

$693

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 19 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cairns to Christchurch, such as Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

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.

8.3
Very Good
695 reviews
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

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.

7.8
Good
1,071 reviews
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

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.

6.9
Okay
740 reviews
8.3
Very Good
695 reviews

Food

7.6

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.3

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 Cairns 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 Cairns to Christchurch for under $800 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cairns to Christchurch for under $800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Jetstar for just $712, but on average you can expect to pay $936.

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

    Jetstar, at $712, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Christchurch.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand. Jetstar is 32% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $361 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $453 and Qantas Airways from $692 one-way.

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

  • What does CNS to CHC mean?

    CNS stands for Cairns Airport, while CHC stands for Christchurch Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Cairns to Christchurch

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Cairns to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 651,626 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$491Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$728Average$1,090FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$956Average$1,016FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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