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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Queenstown from $82

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 14/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — ZQN
8 Aug — 15 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl are usually found in November or June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Queenstown. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 July 2026.

Mon 10/815:05
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Wed 12/810:25
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/7$163
Sat 15/807:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Wed 19/810:25
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/7$164
Mon 24/815:05
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sat 29/816:30
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$166
Thu 20/807:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Thu 27/809:00
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/7$185
Mon 10/808:40
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 12/811:15
ZQN
-
CHC
1 stop9h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 8/7$244
Mon 24/809:40
CHC
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/816:30
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$247
Wed 12/807:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Sat 15/809:00
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/7$250
Thu 20/809:40
CHC
-
ZQN
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 27/809:00
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/7$261
Wed 12/806:15
CHC
-
ZQN
1 stop10h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 15/810:25
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop0h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$283
Fri 11/907:10
CHC
-
ZQN
Nonstop1h 15m
Air New Zealand
Sun 13/914:35
ZQN
-
CHC
Nonstop1h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/7$307

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 9 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$163

One-way from

$82

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$224
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 17/10-19/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 14/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 00m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown 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 9 July 2026.
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ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 17/10

07:10-08:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Mon 19/10

16:45-17:40

Nonstop0h 55m

$163

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Sat 15/8

07:10-08:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 19/8

10:25-11:20

Nonstop0h 55m

$163

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 24/8

15:05-16:05

Nonstop1h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Sat 29/8

16:30-17:40

Nonstop1h 10m

$166

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Fri 11/9

07:10-08:25

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Sun 13/9

14:35-15:45

Nonstop1h 10m

$307

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Mon 10/8

09:40-16:50

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 12/8

10:50-17:35

1 stop6h 45m

$317

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 19/8

09:40-16:50

1 stop7h 10m

Queenstown Intl

Wed 26/8

10:50-15:45

1 stop4h 55m

$317

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Tue 4/8

06:15-12:20

1 stop6h 05m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 7/8

10:50-15:45

1 stop4h 55m

$328

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 20/8

18:55-10:10

1 stop15h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Thu 27/8

10:50-15:45

1 stop4h 55m

$342
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 14/10

08:40-09:40

Nonstop1h 00m

$82

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Wed 23/12

10:50-12:05

Nonstop1h 15m

$82

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Queenstown

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $176). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in May is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 CHC to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 9 July 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Christchurch to Queenstown is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 65% on airfare.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 9 July 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand from Christchurch to Queenstown by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
650 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
650 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SIN - AKL

We were stuck on tarmac for an hour after boarding

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Queenstown. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    You will need to book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl if you want to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown. At least 1 airline has flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Queenstown from the Christchurch airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CHC to ZQN to be around 1h 05m.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Queenstown flight route?

    The Christchurch to Queenstown Intl flight path was viewed by 17 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

    Airlines like Air New Zealand fly from Christchurch to Queenstown in about 1h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Christchurch and Queenstown are separated by a distance of 346 km. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $135, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Queenstown.. This flight start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    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 Christchurch to Queenstown on time: Qantas Airways (92%), Air New Zealand (89%), Etihad Airways (87%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $176). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in May is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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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Air New ZealandCheapest$135Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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