Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from $293

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 10/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
3 Sep — 10 Sep1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in May or March, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 29 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$549

One-way from

$293

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$564

Good round-trip deal

$555 or less

Good one-way deal

$368 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/10-21/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 22h 50m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
10/11
  • 10/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 45m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($94 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.

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

Fri 17/1018:45SYD - CHC
1 stop19h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1006:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$549
Thu 16/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 19/1005:45CHC - SYD
1 stop29h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 28/8$552
Sat 11/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 18/1017:00CHC - SYD
1 stop6h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$553
Sat 11/1006:00SYD - CHC
1 stop16h 10mJetstar
Mon 13/1016:05CHC - SYD
1 stop18h 30mJetstar
Deal found 28/8$556
Tue 18/1106:15SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 30/1106:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$559
Wed 29/1007:45SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1105:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 27/8$563
Wed 17/911:50SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/920:30CHC - SYD
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$567
Fri 17/1012:50SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1020:30CHC - SYD
1 stop16h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/8$570
Wed 17/911:50SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 21/920:30CHC - SYD
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/8$576
Sat 11/1016:10SYD - CHC
1 stop6h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 13/1008:40CHC - SYD
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/8$578

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/2

09:00-19:50

1 stop8h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 24/2

08:20-14:25

1 stop8h 05m

$541

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 23/2

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 25/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$544

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

09:05-14:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 25/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$544

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/2

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 26/2

15:15-16:55

Nonstop3h 40m

$547

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 16/10

18:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 19/10

05:45-08:45

1 stop29h 00m

$552

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/1

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 27/1

17:00-21:45

1 stop6h 45m

$552

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 18/10

18:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 22/10

06:35-08:15

Nonstop3h 40m

$553

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/1

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 8/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$556

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 19/11

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 30/11

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$556

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 10/11

08:20-00:05

1 stop13h 45m

$293

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Sydney to Christchurch is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 29 August 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 20% on flights from Sydney to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 24 August 2025.

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

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

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 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Sydney 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.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,June 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Christchurch is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Christchurch from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) should be relatively easy as there are 24 daily flights to Christchurch from 5 different airlines. 3h 04m is how long a flight from Sydney to Christchurch will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Christchurch flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Christchurch in 3h 10m. Fly via Jetstar or Air New Zealand to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2126 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Jetstar, at $324, was found to be the cheapest airline from Sydney to Christchurch.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Virgin Australia and Air New Zealand. Jetstar is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Sydney, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Singapore Airlines (76%), Air China (76%), Virgin Australia( 76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,489 for a flight from Sydney to Christchurch. The cheapest flight overall is $265 while the most popular route, (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) is currently priced at $513.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Sydney 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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JetstarCheapest$324Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Virgin AustraliaCheapest$336Average$679FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time80%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$406Average$569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$458Average$664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$461Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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