What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Canberra to Christchurch?

Melbourne (MEL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 53% of one-stop itineraries from Canberra to Christchurch on Cheapflights. Find deals

What’s the fastest stopover option from Canberra to Christchurch?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 6h 10m. Find deals

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Canberra to Christchurch?

Melbourne (MEL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $875. Find deals

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Canberra to Christchurch?

Flights via Sydney (SYD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 14m. Find deals

How long is the flight from Canberra to Christchurch?

A quick flight from Canberra to Christchurch can take about 7h 05m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $688. There are 2190 km between Canberra and Christchurch.

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

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Canberra to Christchurch round-trip from $724. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Qantas Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Canberra to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 is the cheapest day to fly return from Canberra to Christchurch?

Friday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Canberra to Christchurch. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Christchurch.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Canberra to Christchurch?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in May. For low rates, June can be a great choice for travel to Christchurch. Flights to Christchurch from Canberra in June are about $889 on average during June, but can be found for as low as $819.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Canberra to Christchurch?

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

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

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Average price	$884

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10/9-16/9
2 total stops
36h 50m total
Canberra to Christchurch

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11h 25m total
Canberra to Christchurch

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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 August 2025.

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$688

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$700

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$705

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$727

Sun 12/1016:05CBR - CHC

1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1006:15CHC - CBR

2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/8$728

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$734

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$736

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$750

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$751

Mon 13/1010:45CBR - CHC

1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 20/1020:30CHC - CBR

2 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$753

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Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$688

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$727

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$700

Sun 12/1016:05CBR - CHC

1 stop6h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sun 19/1006:15CHC - CBR

2 stops27h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/8$728

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Wed 17/917:50CHC - CBR

2 stops20h 15mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$705

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$734

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$705

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$736

Sun 14/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$705

Sun 14/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$750

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$750

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Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$688

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$705

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$750

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$751

Wed 10/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$780

Sun 14/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$760

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mJetstar

Thu 18/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop29h 45mJetstar

Deal found 28/8$700

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Fri 19/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$727

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Wed 17/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$734

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Tue 16/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$736

Mon 15/915:05CBR - CHC

1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines

Sat 20/908:20CHC - CBR

1 stop11h 50mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$757

One-way flights from Canberra to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Canberra to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

Thu 15/110:40CBR - CHC

1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/8$360

Wed 7/110:40CBR - CHC

1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 28/8$406

Sat 15/1117:40CBR - CHC

2 stops12h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/8$409

Sat 11/1010:45CBR - CHC

1 stop11h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 27/8$445

Sat 11/1006:05CBR - CHC

1 stop6h 40mQantas Airways

Deal found 27/8$475

Sat 11/1012:40CBR - CHC

2 stops33h 30mJetstar

Deal found 27/8$481

Sat 15/1113:35CBR - CHC

1 stop8h 20mEmirates

Deal found 27/8$487

Thu 15/114:50CBR - CHC

2 stops15h 15mAir New Zealand

Deal found 27/8$582

Wed 7/113:35CBR - CHC

2 stops21h 00mAir New Zealand

Deal found 28/8$584

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15:05-00:10

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17:50-12:05

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$705

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CBRCHC

Canberra

Wed 10/9

15:05-00:10

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Christchurch

Wed 17/9

08:20-12:05

1 stop29h 45m

$705

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sun 14/9

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

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08:20-12:05

1 stop29h 45m

$705

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Mon 15/9

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 19/9

08:20-18:10

1 stop11h 50m

$727

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sun 12/10

16:05-00:10

1 stop6h 05m

Christchurch

Sun 19/10

06:15-07:20

2 stops27h 05m

$728

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Mon 15/9

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 17/9

08:20-22:15

1 stop15h 55m

$734

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Mon 15/9

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 16/9

08:20-18:10

1 stop11h 50m

$736

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Sun 14/9

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 18/9

08:20-18:10

1 stop11h 50m

$750

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

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

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Canberra to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 7% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways from Canberra 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.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

505 reviews

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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

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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.

Qantas Airways

7.5

Good

905 reviews

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very Good

505 reviews

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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.

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How long is the flight from Canberra to Christchurch?
A quick flight from Canberra to Christchurch can take about 7h 05m. Jetstar provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $688. There are 2190 km between Canberra and Christchurch.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Canberra to Christchurch round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Canberra to Christchurch round-trip from $724. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Air New Zealand. Qantas Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
Can I find deals for flights from Canberra to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Canberra to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Canberra to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Canberra to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Canberra to Christchurch?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Canberra to Christchurch?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Canberra 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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