How popular is this Australia to Christchurch flight route?

The Australia to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 4,657 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season. Find deals

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 $453. Australia and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 2412 km. Most flights are nonstop. Find deals

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 ($231), Qantas Airways ($300), and Air New Zealand ($317). Find deals

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

What are the most popular routes from Australia to Christchurch?

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

What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Christchurch?

While on average a flight from Australia to Christchurch is generally $677, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $330. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $459 for that flight.

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: Singapore Airlines (67%), Air China (67%), China Airlines( 57%).

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

Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways and Jetstar are the most popular airlines when flying from Australia to Christchurch.

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.

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.

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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 17 October 2025.

Sun 30/1118:55MEL - CHC

1 stop11h 10mAir New Zealand

Sun 7/1205:45CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$399

Sat 8/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Mon 17/1116:10CHC - OOL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$447

Thu 27/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Wed 3/1220:35CHC - OOL

1 stop14h 05mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$468

Sat 29/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Sat 6/1211:50CHC - OOL

1 stop8h 15mJetstar

Deal found 14/10$474

Tue 4/1118:50MEL - CHC

1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand

Tue 18/1106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/10$483

Fri 14/1116:50MEL - CHC

1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand

Sun 16/1106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$485

Sun 30/1108:35MEL - CHC

1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/1220:10CHC - MEL

1 stop16h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$493

Mon 1/1218:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Mon 8/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 17/10$505

Thu 11/1208:35MEL - CHC

1 stop7h 00mAir New Zealand

Mon 15/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$508

Fri 28/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$514

Tue 11/1108:20BNE - CHC

1 stop6h 15mAir New Zealand

Mon 24/1121:00CHC - BNE

1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$519

Sat 29/1108:20BNE - CHC

1 stop7h 05mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1220:10CHC - BNE

1 stop13h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$527

Best flights from Australia to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Australia to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Fri 20/212:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Mon 23/209:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 17/10$453

Fri 16/118:55MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Fri 30/106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$499

Wed 7/110:55OOL - CHC

1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines

Mon 26/116:10CHC - OOL

Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/10$587

Wed 14/108:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Tue 27/118:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 17/10$588

Sat 17/117:55BNE - CHC

Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways

Thu 22/106:20CHC - BNE

Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$596

Sat 29/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Sat 6/1211:50CHC - OOL

1 stop8h 15mJetstar

Deal found 14/10$474

Fri 23/118:55MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$499

Thu 22/107:15CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Mon 2/208:20CHC - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$482

Fri 16/118:55MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 31/106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$499

Wed 14/108:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Wed 28/118:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 17/10$588

Sun 30/1118:10OOL - CHC

1 stop11h 15mMultiple Airlines

Sun 7/1205:45CHC - OOL

1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/10$593

Mon 1/1208:25BNE - CHC

Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways

Fri 12/1206:20CHC - BNE

Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$596

Sat 29/1112:10MEL - CHC

1 stop8h 00mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$514

Fri 5/1208:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Sat 13/1218:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 14/10$588

Sun 30/1117:55BNE - CHC

Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways

Sun 7/1206:20CHC - BNE

Nonstop3h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$608

Sun 30/1118:10OOL - CHC

1 stop11h 15mJetstar

Sun 7/1206:45CHC - OOL

1 stop12h 45mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$571

Mon 1/1218:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Mon 8/1205:45CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$520

Wed 14/108:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Fri 30/118:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 17/10$588

Thu 13/1122:55CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines

Thu 20/1121:00CHC - CNS

2 stops39h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/10$664

Mon 19/118:05BNE - CHC

1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand

Fri 23/108:45CHC - BNE

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$530

Tue 11/1112:00ADL - CHC

1 stop9h 40mQantas Airways

Thu 20/1106:05CHC - ADL

1 stop17h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$642

Thu 15/108:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Fri 30/118:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 17/10$588

Mon 1/1219:00MCY - CHC

2 stops22h 55mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/1220:35CHC - MCY

1 stop13h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 16/10$664

Tue 24/307:15CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Tue 7/409:15CHC - CNS

2 stops15h 35mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$617

Tue 13/108:45SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mEmirates

Sun 18/118:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 16/10$590

Mon 1/1218:05BNE - CHC

1 stop10h 20mAir New Zealand

Mon 8/1221:00CHC - BNE

1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$537

Sat 29/1113:40ADL - CHC

1 stop8h 15mQantas Airways

Sat 6/1206:20CHC - ADL

1 stop15h 45mQantas Airways

Deal found 14/10$656

Sat 29/1107:00ADL - CHC

Nonstop4h 15mMultiple Airlines

Sat 6/1206:20CHC - ADL

1 stop15h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 14/10$691

Thu 30/1017:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Sun 2/1105:45CHC - OOL

1 stop12h 45mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$633

Sun 30/1118:55SYD - CHC

Nonstop3h 00mEmirates

Sun 7/1218:20CHC - SYD

Nonstop3h 20mEmirates

Deal found 16/10$590

Direct flights from Australia to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Australia to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Sat 8/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Mon 17/1116:10CHC - OOL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$447

Sun 30/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sun 7/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$459

Thu 22/107:15CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Mon 2/208:20CHC - CNS

Nonstop5h 35mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$482

Mon 1/1218:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Mon 8/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 17/10$505

Fri 28/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$514

Thu 13/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Mon 24/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$524

Wed 19/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 17/10$533

Wed 12/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Sat 15/1109:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$548

Wed 26/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways

Fri 5/1215:45CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 17/10$550

Wed 19/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways

Wed 3/1215:45CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$551

Sun 30/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Sun 7/1209:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$564

Mon 1/1218:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 10/1209:15CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10$567

Last-minute flights from Australia to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Australia to Christchurch. Data last updated 17 October 2025 and is based on user searches.

Tue 4/1118:50MEL - CHC

1 stop10h 35mAir New Zealand

Tue 18/1106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 14/10$483

Sat 8/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Mon 17/1116:10CHC - OOL

Nonstop3h 35mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$447

Tue 11/1108:20BNE - CHC

1 stop6h 15mAir New Zealand

Mon 24/1121:00CHC - BNE

1 stop13h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$519

Fri 14/1116:50MEL - CHC

1 stop13h 15mAir New Zealand

Sun 16/1106:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$485

Sat 15/1109:25OOL - CHC

1 stop5h 30mMultiple Airlines

Fri 21/1106:45CHC - OOL

1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 15/10$548

Thu 27/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Wed 3/1220:35CHC - OOL

1 stop14h 05mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$468

Fri 28/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1206:00CHC - MEL

Nonstop3h 55mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$514

Sat 29/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Sat 6/1211:50CHC - OOL

1 stop8h 15mJetstar

Deal found 14/10$474

Sat 29/1112:10MEL - CHC

1 stop8h 00mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1205:45CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$517

Sat 29/1108:20BNE - CHC

1 stop7h 05mAir New Zealand

Sat 6/1220:10CHC - BNE

1 stop13h 50mAir New Zealand

Deal found 15/10$527

Sun 30/1118:55MEL - CHC

1 stop11h 10mAir New Zealand

Sun 7/1205:45CHC - MEL

1 stop7h 10mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$399

Sun 30/1108:35MEL - CHC

1 stop20h 50mAir New Zealand

Fri 5/1220:10CHC - MEL

1 stop16h 45mAir New Zealand

Deal found 16/10$493

One-way flights from Australia to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Australia to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.

Thu 27/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$231

Sun 2/1122:55CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$249

Thu 30/1022:55CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$251

Thu 4/1217:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$260

Thu 12/207:15CNS - CHC

Nonstop4h 55mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$271

Mon 15/1217:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$291

Wed 26/1112:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$294

Tue 2/1218:10OOL - CHC

1 stop10h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$297

Thu 6/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$299

Tue 2/1212:05MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 15mJetstar

Deal found 15/10$299

Thu 20/1117:40OOL - CHC

Nonstop3h 25mJetstar

Deal found 16/10$300

Sun 23/1118:50MEL - CHC

Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways

Deal found 16/10$300

Cheap flight deals from Australia to Christchurch

Round-trip from	$368
One-way from	$231
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$624
Good round-trip deal	$414 or less
Good one-way deal	$237 or less

Jetstar
16/3-23/3
Nonstop
7h 00m total
Australia to Christchurch

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Jetstar
27/11
Nonstop
3h 25m total
Australia to Christchurch

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($30 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Depart

Return

Price

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 20/2

12:05-17:20

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 23/2

09:15-11:00

Nonstop3h 45m

$453

CoolangattaChristchurch

OOL - CHC

OOLCHC

Coolangatta Gold Coast

Sat 29/11

17:40-00:05

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 6/12

11:50-17:05

1 stop8h 15m

$474

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 22/1

07:15-15:10

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:20-10:55

Nonstop5h 35m

$482

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 30/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$499

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 23/1

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$499

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Fri 16/1

18:55-00:20

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$499

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Sat 29/11

12:10-22:10

1 stop8h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 6/12

06:00-07:55

Nonstop3h 55m

$514

MelbourneChristchurch

MEL - CHC

MELCHC

Melbourne

Mon 1/12

18:50-00:15

Nonstop3h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

05:45-10:55

1 stop7h 10m

$520

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

Mon 19/1

18:05-07:25

1 stop10h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 23/1

08:45-09:40

Nonstop3h 55m

$530

BrisbaneChristchurch

BNE - CHC

BNECHC

Brisbane

Mon 1/12

18:05-07:25

1 stop10h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 8/12

21:00-07:00

1 stop13h 00m

$537

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Best time to book a flight from Australia to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Australia with our price prediction graph.

Estimated return price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

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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 $163). Flying from Australia to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Australia to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Australia to Christchurch

The most flights from AU0 to CHC are scheduled on a Thursday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

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

3,375 reviews

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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

3,375 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,375 reviews

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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

515 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,375 reviews

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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

421 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,375 reviews

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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

918 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,375 reviews

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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

475 reviews

Emirates

8.1

Very Good

3,375 reviews

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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

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 4,657 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 $453. Australia and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 2412 km. Most flights are nonstop.
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 ($231), Qantas Airways ($300), and Air New Zealand ($317).
What are the most popular routes from Australia to Christchurch?
The most popular flight routes from Australia to Christchurch are Melbourne - Christchurch, Sydney Kingsford Smith - 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: Singapore Airlines (67%), Air China (67%), China Airlines( 57%).
What are the cheapest flights from Australia to Christchurch?
While on average a flight from Australia to Christchurch is generally $677, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $330. When looking at the most popular route, (Melbourne - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $459 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 $163). Flying from Australia to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $311). 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 5 airlines flying from Australia to Christchurch

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Virgin Australia	Cheapest$250	Average$914	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time80%	Search Virgin Australia flights
Jetstar	Cheapest$253	Average$637	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
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