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Cheap flights from Australia to Christchurch from $234

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 8/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Australia to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Australia to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2026.

Thu 26/1107:15
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Mon 30/1108:05
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$400
Mon 11/518:55
OOL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Thu 21/516:05
CHC
-
OOL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$403
Thu 21/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 3/606:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/4$411
Thu 23/407:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Wed 29/406:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 1/4$416
Tue 19/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 5/606:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$419
Sun 24/507:00
CNS
-
CHC
Nonstop4h 55m
Jetstar
Fri 5/606:55
CHC
-
CNS
Nonstop5h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/4$424
Thu 14/518:55
OOL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Thu 21/516:05
CHC
-
OOL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$441
Mon 27/418:55
OOL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
OOL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$442
Tue 12/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Wed 20/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$455
Thu 7/518:55
OOL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 15m
Jetstar
Sun 10/506:15
CHC
-
OOL
1 stop14h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 30/3$474
Fri 15/511:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Fri 22/508:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$474
Fri 5/611:05
MEL
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 20m
Jetstar
Mon 8/608:20
CHC
-
MEL
Nonstop3h 45m
Jetstar
Deal found 31/3$477

Find flight deals from Australia to Christchurch

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Australia to Christchurch flight deals. Data was last updated 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$403

One-way from

$234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$696

Good round-trip deal

$375 or less

Good one-way deal

$319 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 14/5-21/5
  • Nonstop
  • 7h 00m total
  • Australia to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 8/6
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • Australia to Christchurch
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($27 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Australia 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 3 April 2026.
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CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 14/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 21/5

16:05-17:50

Nonstop3h 45m

$403

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 21/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 3/6

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$411

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 19/5

07:00-13:55

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 5/6

06:55-10:40

Nonstop5h 45m

$419

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Wed 3/6

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 9/6

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$455

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Tue 12/5

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 20/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$455

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Wed 10/6

08:45-20:30

1 stop9h 45m

Christchurch

Thu 18/6

16:05-17:50

Nonstop3h 45m

$474

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 7/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 10/5

06:15-18:15

1 stop14h 00m

$474

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 15/5

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 22/5

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$474

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Thu 21/5

18:55-00:10

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Sun 24/5

06:15-18:15

1 stop14h 00m

$476

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 7/8

11:05-16:25

Nonstop3h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 16/8

08:20-10:05

Nonstop3h 45m

$496

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Australia to Christchurch

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Christchurch (average of $158). Flying from Australia to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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 AU to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Australia 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 3 April 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Australia to Christchurch as you normally would.

How often are flights from Australia to Christchurch delayed?

About 30% of weekly flights between Australia and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 115 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Australia to Christchurch flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Australia to Christchurch flights?

Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 17% of flights being delayed.

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 3 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia from Australia to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
623 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Virgin Australia
7.6
Good
451 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,016 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
535 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

DXB - ORD

Overall it was wonderfull for the amount I paid for.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Australia?

    Most people fly into Christchurch (CHC) if they book a flight to Christchurch from Australia. Christchurch is conveniently located just 9.5 km from Christchurch’s city centre.

  • How popular is this Australia to Christchurch flight route?

    The Australia to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 3,647 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Australia to Christchurch?

    A quick flight from Australia to Christchurch can take about 3h 15m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $403. Australia and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 2404 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Australia to Christchurch are Jetstar ($198), Emirates ($237), and Air New Zealand ($241).

  • What are the most popular routes from Australia to Christchurch?

    The most popular flight routes from Australia to Christchurch are Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch, Melbourne - Christchurch and Brisbane - Christchurch.

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

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Australia, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (100%), Virgin Australia (86%), Air New Zealand( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Christchurch?

    While on average a flight from Australia to Christchurch is generally $1,231, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $307. When looking at the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $589 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Australia 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 Australia to Christchurch?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Australia to Christchurch (average of $158). Flying from Australia to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $283). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$196Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$241Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$269Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$270Average$870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$273Average$818FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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