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$70+ Cheap flights from Christchurch

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 20/4. 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.
CHC — BNE
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from Christchurch

Discover essential information about flights departing from Christchurch, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the Christchurch airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 23 November 2025.

Cheapest one-way flight

$53

Cheapest round-trip flight

$178

Cheapest airline

Jetstar

Most popular destination

Melbourne (MEL)

Good round-trip deal

$151 or less

Good one-way deal

$75 or less
The cheapest one-way flight from Christchurch is currently to Wellington.
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Christchurch is currently to Melbourne.
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On average, Jetstar currently has the cheapest one-way flight from Christchurch (avg. price of $103).
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Melbourne (MEL) is currently the most popular flight destination from Christchurch (average return price of $362).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 November 2025.

Wed 28/115:00CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 31/113:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 23/11$156
Wed 28/106:45CHC - ZQN
1 stop3h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 31/113:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$206
Tue 6/107:05CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Tue 13/113:05ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/11$211
Tue 20/116:10CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 35mJetstar
Mon 26/117:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 21/11$403
Tue 6/111:20CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 13/118:20ZQN - CHC
2 stops13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11$410
Wed 18/306:45CHC - OOL
1 stop12h 45mJetstar
Mon 23/317:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mJetstar
Deal found 23/11$463
Sat 25/416:05CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 40mJetstar
Wed 29/408:45OOL - CHC
1 stop9h 45mJetstar
Deal found 22/11$466
Wed 18/319:15CHC - OOL
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/317:40OOL - CHC
Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11$480
Wed 25/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 4/312:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/11$514
Mon 16/209:15CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 45mJetstar
Thu 19/212:05MEL - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mJetstar
Deal found 21/11$526
Sat 25/416:05CHC - OOL
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 29/411:55OOL - CHC
2 stops18h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/11$543
Mon 16/206:00CHC - MEL
Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand
Thu 19/209:10MEL - CHC
1 stop7h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 21/11$553

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Find flights departing from Christchurch that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 23 November 2025. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches

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Brisbane

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 28/1

15:00-16:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/1

13:05-14:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$156

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 28/1

06:45-10:35

1 stop3h 50m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 31/1

13:05-14:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$206

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 6/1

07:05-08:20

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 13/1

13:05-14:00

Nonstop0h 55m

$211

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Tue 20/1

16:10-16:45

Nonstop3h 35m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 26/1

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$403

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 6/1

11:20-12:20

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Tue 13/1

18:20-07:35

2 stops13h 15m

$410

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Wed 18/3

06:45-16:30

1 stop12h 45m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Mon 23/3

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

$463

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Sat 25/4

16:05-17:45

Nonstop3h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 29/4

08:45-20:30

1 stop9h 45m

$466

ChristchurchMelbourne

CHC - MEL

CHCMEL

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

Melbourne

Thu 19/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

$526

ChristchurchCoolangatta

CHC - OOL

CHCOOL

Christchurch

Sat 25/4

16:05-17:45

Nonstop3h 40m

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 29/4

11:55-08:15

2 stops18h 20m

$543

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Fri 8/5

12:00-17:10

1 stop7h 10m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 22/5

18:20-08:05

1 stop11h 45m

$565

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Brisbane. Price data was last updated on 21 November 2025.

The best time to book flights from Christchurch is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch (average of $231). Flying from Christchurch in October will prove the most costly (average of $381). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from Christchurch?

When flying from Christchurch check dates and pricing for the following: Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Jetstar. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Brisbane.

Jetstar
Jetstar
From $71
Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand
From $93
Qantas Airways
Qantas Airways
From $454
Emirates
Emirates
From $391

What are popular destinations to fly to from Christchurch?

Christchurch offers frequent flights to Auckland (584 flights per day), Wellington (233 flights per day) and Sydney (192 flights per day).

Melbourne
Melbourne
From $178
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sydney Kingsford Smith
From $233
Brisbane
Brisbane
From $222
Wellington
Wellington
From $53

What is the cheapest place to fly to from Christchurch?

The cheapest city to fly to from Christchurch is Wellington, with prices starting at $53. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Wellington
Wellington
From $53
Auckland Intl
Auckland Intl
From $57
Queenstown Intl
Queenstown Intl
From $73
Hamilton
Hamilton
From $99

Airline reviews for flights from Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from Christchurch. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andJetstar from Christchurch. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
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Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
943 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
485 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
534 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Annabel,Nov 2025

AKL - WRE

The seat I sat in the Auckland Airport at A waiting to board gate 42. Not far from the check in desk was dripping rain on me. When I looked up you could see on the beam discoloured drips. I forgot to say something to someone before boarding.

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from Christchurch. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 23 November 2025.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from Christchurch?

    For the current month, the most popular flights from Christchurch are Auckland, New Delhi, Manila. Auckland, Manila, New Delhi are the most popular locations from Christchurch year round.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of Christchurch for as low as $53 to Wellington (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for $560 to fly from Christchurch.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to anywhere?

    According to our data, users have found Jetstar, Air New Zealand, and Emirates to have the cheapest round-trip prices from Christchurch. Some of the destinations and prices are as follows: Jetstar flights from Christchurch to Auckland Intl ($71). Air New Zealand flights from Christchurch to Auckland Intl ($93). Emirates flights from Christchurch to Melbourne ($391).

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from Christchurch?

    Options for some of the cheapest premium economy flights from Christchurch we have found on Cheapflights are as follows:
    Fly from Christchurch to Melbourne Airport starting at $1,326
    Fly from Christchurch to Auckland starting at $2,183
    Fly from Christchurch to Brisbane starting at $4,508
    Fly from Christchurch to Sydney starting at $4,633

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from Christchurch?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from Christchurch to anywhere, put Sydney on your list as prices start at $808 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch is September. The most expensive month for flights is October. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

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