Question 1

How popular is this Wellington to Christchurch flight route?

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Flights from Wellington to Christchurch have been viewed 122 times in the past calendar month. Find deals

Question 2

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

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Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $107. Another option worth looking into is Air New Zealand, starting at $1,202 round trip. Jetstar is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route. Find deals

Question 3

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

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Booking 76 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Wellington to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be. Find deals

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

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

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

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

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Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Christchurch

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The most flights from WLG to CHC are scheduled on a Thursday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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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.

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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).

Question 9

What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Christchurch?

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The cheapest flight price from Wellington to Christchurch is $47. On average you can expect to pay $1,612. The most popular route, (Wellington - Christchurch), can usually be booked for $96.

Question 10

What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Christchurch?

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Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Wellington to Christchurch on time: Singapore Airlines (94%), Qantas Airways (88%), Etihad Airways (87%).

Question 11

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Wellington to Christchurch?

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Users have found that leaving on a Sunday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 357% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

Question 12

How far in advance should I book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch?

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Users have found that booking a flight from Wellington to Christchurch at least 56 days early can save you up to 87% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 56 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Wellington to Christchurch for as little as $166 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $238 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Question 13

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

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May is one of the best times of the year to fly to Christchurch from Wellington. Prices for May average $158 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $81. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April. Opting for a May flight can save you 53% on your journey compared to booking in April

Question 14

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WLG to CHC?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Christchurch in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 52% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Question 15

What airports do I use to fly from Wellington to Christchurch?

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To fly from Wellington to Christchurch, you need to book a flight from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC). Nonstop flights to Christchurch from Wellington take 0h 50m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 28 outbound flights from Wellington to Christchurch offered by 2 different airlines.

Question 16

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

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

Question 17

How can I find direct flights from Wellington to Christchurch?

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

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

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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.

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How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Wellington to Christchurch?

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900+ travel sites are searched through when a user searches for a flight using Cheapflights. From the search interface, users can use filters to choose airlines, airports, flight times, cabin classes and more to their preference. Book your flight to Christchurch from Wellington today with Cheapflights!

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Wellington to Christchurch?

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Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from Wellington to Christchurch for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

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Can Cheapflights find flights from Wellington to Christchurch with no change fees?

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Need flexible booking options for your flight to Christchurch from Wellington? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

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Round-trip from	$107
One-way from	$53
Popular in	April
Cheapest in	May
Average price	$151
Good round-trip deal	$3,004 or less
Good one-way deal	$75 or less

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Jetstar	Cheapest$70	Average$133	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Jetstar flights
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$131	Average$149	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search Air New Zealand flights

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Christchurch are usually found in May or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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