Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from $276
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 29/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in May or March, booked 84 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 17 September 2025.
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 17 September 2025.
Wed 29/1019:15SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1108:50CHC - SYD
1 stop14h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$530
Tue 11/1117:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/1110:25CHC - SYD
2 stops13h 20mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$535
Wed 29/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Sun 2/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$539
Tue 14/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$541
Fri 7/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Mon 10/1106:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$544
Tue 2/1218:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$545
Mon 20/1008:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1006:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$547
Tue 14/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 21/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$548
Sat 18/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1012:00CHC - SYD
1 stop11h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$550
Sat 18/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 25/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$551
Best flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Tue 10/219:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 3/321:00CHC - SYD
1 stop13h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$547
Tue 14/1006:20SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Thu 16/1016:05CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 16/9$550
Sun 12/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 18/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$559
Sat 25/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mEmirates
Wed 5/1116:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$562
Tue 18/1118:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Wed 19/1116:35CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$559
Tue 28/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Mon 3/1106:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$571
Wed 22/1017:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 29/1016:00CHC - SYD
1 stop7h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$578
Fri 17/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 28/1006:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 16/9$562
Fri 31/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Mon 3/1106:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$571
Thu 30/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 6/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 15/9$578
Thu 22/108:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Mon 2/218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 15/9$580
Direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore direct flight options from Sydney to Christchurch based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Wed 29/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Sun 2/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$539
Tue 14/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$541
Wed 29/1017:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1105:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$542
Tue 2/1218:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$545
Mon 20/1008:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1006:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$547
Tue 14/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 21/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$548
Mon 3/1108:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Fri 21/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$550
Sat 18/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 25/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$551
Thu 20/1108:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 20/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$553
Tue 14/1008:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$554
Tue 14/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$556
Sun 12/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 18/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$559
Last-minute flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Discover last-minute flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch. Data last updated 17 September 2025 and is based on user searches.
Tue 14/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$541
Tue 14/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 21/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$548
Tue 14/1008:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
Tue 21/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$554
Tue 14/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 20/1018:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/9$556
Sat 18/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 21/1012:00CHC - SYD
1 stop11h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$550
Sat 18/1018:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 25/1016:40CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/9$551
Mon 20/1008:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 27/1006:05CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$547
Tue 21/1018:05SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Wed 3/1206:10CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$553
Wed 29/1019:15SYD - CHC
1 stop12h 40mAir New Zealand
Sun 2/1108:50CHC - SYD
1 stop14h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$530
Wed 29/1008:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Sun 2/1118:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 16/9$539
One-way flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Search for one-way flight options from Sydney to Christchurch. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
Wed 29/1019:15SYD - CHC
1 stop11h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$276
Fri 5/1217:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$277
Sat 6/1218:50SYD - CHC
1 stop17h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 16/9$282
Fri 14/1119:15SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/9$283
Sun 23/1106:20SYD - CHC
1 stop8h 25mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$286
Thu 27/1117:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$292
Wed 15/1017:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Deal found 15/9$294
Tue 14/1006:20SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
Deal found 15/9$298
Thu 13/1106:15SYD - CHC
1 stop28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/9$301
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 17 September 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Christchurch that are best for you.
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Sydney
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Christchurch
Route
Depart
Return
Price
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 10/2
19:15-07:25
1 stop10h 10m
Christchurch
Tue 3/3
21:00-08:45
1 stop13h 45m
$547
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 14/10
06:20-15:55
1 stop7h 35m
Christchurch
Thu 16/10
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
$550
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sun 12/10
18:55-23:59
Nonstop3h 04m
Christchurch
Sat 18/10
16:40-18:10
Nonstop3h 30m
$559
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 18/11
18:55-23:55
Nonstop3h 00m
Christchurch
Wed 19/11
16:35-18:05
Nonstop3h 30m
$559
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 25/10
18:55-23:59
Nonstop3h 04m
Christchurch
Wed 5/11
16:35-18:05
Nonstop3h 30m
$562
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 17/10
18:55-23:59
Nonstop3h 04m
Christchurch
Tue 28/10
06:05-07:35
Nonstop3h 30m
$562
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 28/10
08:45-14:00
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Mon 3/11
06:05-07:35
Nonstop3h 30m
$571
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 31/10
08:45-14:00
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Mon 3/11
06:05-07:35
Nonstop3h 30m
$571
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 22/10
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 29/10
16:00-21:45
1 stop7h 45m
$578
SydneyChristchurch
SYD - CHC
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 30/10
08:45-14:00
Nonstop3h 15m
Christchurch
Thu 6/11
18:20-19:40
Nonstop3h 20m
$578
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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 12 September 2025.
The best time to book flights from Sydney to Christchurch is 84 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 17 September 2025.
Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% 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 14 September 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.
Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
The most flights from SYD to CHC are scheduled on a Tuesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).
What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
Share of one-stop return flights from Sydney to Christchurch chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.
Coolangatta (OOL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 51% of one-stop itineraries from Sydney to Christchurch on Cheapflights.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Christchurch?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Christchurch, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 14m.
What’s the fastest stopover option from Sydney to Christchurch?
Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Christchurch, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 9h 14m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Sydney to Christchurch, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Coolangatta (OOL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 4h 14m.
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 17 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andVirgin Australia
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.
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 27 daily flights to Christchurch from 5 different airlines. 3h 00m 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?
The Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 4,792 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 Sydney to Christchurch?
There are many flights that can get you from Sydney to Christchurch in 3h 04m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Jetstar, or Qantas Airways 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 $317, 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 cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Christchurch one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Jetstar. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $283. Users have also found prices from $310 and $313 on Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways, respectively.
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: China Airlines (59%), China Eastern (59%), British Airways( 59%).
What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
On average you can expect to pay $868 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 $463.
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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 17 September 2025.
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