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Cheap flights from Darwin to Christchurch

DRW — CHC
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
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What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Darwin to Christchurch?

Share of one-stop return flights from Darwin to Christchurch chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Melbourne (MEL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 89% of one-stop itineraries from Darwin to Christchurch on Cheapflights.

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

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Darwin to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Coolangatta (OOL) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,135.

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

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Darwin to Christchurch, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Melbourne (MEL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 13h 17m.

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

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Darwin to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Melbourne (MEL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 6h 29m.

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 15 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Qantas Airways from Darwin to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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
895 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.2

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Crew

8.2

Food

6.9

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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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Darwin to Christchurch round-trip?

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways ($1,005), offers the cheapest pricing from Darwin to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,005Average$1,304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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