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Cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch from $59

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 16 September 2025.

Round-trip from

$116

One-way from

$59

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$162

Good round-trip deal

$115 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 13/10-16/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($87 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Auckland Intl to Christchurch.
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2025.

Mon 13/1020:50AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 16/1013:50CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$116
Mon 13/1016:10AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 20/1020:30CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$117
Tue 16/1216:10AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 23/1211:50CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$134
Wed 1/1020:50AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 8/1006:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$147
Sat 20/1207:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 23/1211:50CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$152
Thu 2/1020:50AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sat 11/1006:15CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$158
Thu 18/1207:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 22/1217:20CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 14/9$159
Sat 20/1221:15AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Sat 27/1218:40CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$170
Sun 26/1017:40AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Sun 26/1020:10CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$200
Thu 2/1020:50AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 6/1018:10CHC - AKL
1 stop4h 05mJetstar
Deal found 13/9$210
Mon 15/1207:00AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 15/1218:15CHC - AKL
1 stop3h 50mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$216

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Christchurch that are best for you.

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AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 9/11

06:10-07:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 22/11

10:30-11:50

Nonstop1h 20m

$116

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 22/11

15:20-16:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 23/11

11:50-13:10

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 26/10

14:20-15:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 28/10

20:35-21:55

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 11/10

16:10-17:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 18/10

10:30-11:50

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Wed 19/11

06:10-07:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 22/11

11:50-13:10

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 13/10

20:50-22:15

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 20/10

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$117

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 19/2

15:20-16:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 24/2

11:50-13:10

Nonstop1h 20m

$129

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/2

07:00-08:25

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 16/2

11:50-13:10

Nonstop1h 20m

$131

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 3/2

15:20-16:45

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 6/2

06:15-07:35

Nonstop1h 20m

$137

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 23/1

06:40-08:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 25/1

20:40-22:05

Nonstop1h 25m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Auckland with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 72 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 Auckland to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Auckland to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Auckland to Christchurch in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Auckland to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 14 September 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Auckland to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

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 16 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Auckland to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
505 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,July 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

    If you book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch, you will be flying from Auckland Intl to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch (CHC) from Auckland Intl (AKL) take 1h 20m for a nonstop flight. There are 90 flights from Auckland Intl to Christchurch per day from 2 airlines.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Christchurch flight route?

    Within the past month, 236 users have taken a look at flights from Auckland Intl to Christchurch.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

    There are many flights that can get you from Auckland to Christchurch in 1h 25m. Fly via Jetstar to get the fastest option. Auckland and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 745 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Auckland to Christchurch round-trip from $85. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Jetstar is 53% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Auckland to Christchurch on time: Virgin Atlantic (94%), Singapore Airlines (86%), South African (85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    On average you can expect to pay $142 for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch. The cheapest flight overall is $58 while the most popular route, (Auckland Intl - Christchurch) is currently priced at $74.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Auckland to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 Auckland to Christchurch

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 16 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$85Average$189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$119Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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