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Cheap flights from Cairns to Christchurch from $229

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 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CNS — CHC
24 Aug — 31 Aug1
1 adult

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 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$377

One-way from

$229

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$466

Good round-trip deal

$362 or less

Good one-way deal

$289 or less
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 18/12-5/1
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 30m total
  • Cairns to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 4/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 55m total
  • Cairns to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($261 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($68 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Cairns to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cairns to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 August 2025.

Thu 18/1222:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Mon 5/108:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/8$377
Tue 14/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Fri 24/1008:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 19/8$384
Tue 14/1010:55CNS - CHC
1 stop17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/1008:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/8$615
Wed 1/1009:45CNS - CHC
1 stop11h 25mJetstar
Wed 8/1008:05CHC - CNS
Nonstop5h 35mJetstar
Deal found 17/8$621
Thu 2/1022:55CNS - CHC
Nonstop4h 55mJetstar
Thu 9/1009:20CHC - CNS
1 stop16h 45mJetstar
Deal found 17/8$718

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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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 August 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Cairns to Christchurch that are best for you.

Fly from

Cairns

Fly to

Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 18/12

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 5/1

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$377

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 14/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Fri 24/10

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$384

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 14/10

10:55-07:25

1 stop17h 30m

Christchurch

Fri 24/10

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$615

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Wed 1/10

09:45-00:10

1 stop11h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 8/10

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$621

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 22/1

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 2/2

08:05-10:40

Nonstop5h 35m

$635

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 2/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 9/10

09:20-23:05

1 stop16h 45m

$718

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 4/11

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$229

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Thu 9/10

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$251

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 9/9

22:55-05:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$251

CairnsChristchurch

CNS - CHC

CNSCHC

Cairns

Tue 18/11

22:55-06:50

Nonstop4h 55m

$252

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Best time to book a flight from Cairns to Christchurch

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Cairns 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 CNS to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Cairns 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 19 August 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Cairns to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qantas Airways and Jetstar from Cairns 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.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
465 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,July 2025

MEL - SYD

Flight cancelled 2hours before take off after checking in. Booked by airline on flight 6 hours later. No compensation or vouchers till we asked just before the flight took off.

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this Cairns to Christchurch flight route?

    This flight path from Cairns to Christchurch was viewed by 103 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 Cairns to Christchurch?

    Departing from Cairns to Christchurch will take you 4h 55m. There are 3883 km between Cairns and Christchurch. All flights are typically direct.

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

    Jetstar, at $350, was found to be the cheapest airline from Cairns to Christchurch. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Qantas Airways. Jetstar is 47% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cairns to Christchurch?

    While on average a flight from Cairns to Christchurch is generally $421, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $208. When looking at the most popular route, (Cairns - Christchurch), you can expect to pay $377 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cairns to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Cairns 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 Cairns to Christchurch

Discover the top 2 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$350Average$551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$609Average$1,075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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