Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $241

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 28/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
21 Dec — 28 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or March, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to Sydney. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2025.

Fri 5/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Sun 7/1208:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Deal found 19/11$661
Fri 5/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/1217:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$698
Sat 6/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/1218:50SYD - CHC
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11$719
Sat 6/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Wed 10/1218:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$723
Fri 26/1213:45CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Thu 22/118:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 20/11$728
Wed 3/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Sat 6/1218:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$737
Thu 4/1215:55CHC - SYD
1 stop8h 30mQantas Airways
Fri 5/1218:55SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 00mQantas Airways
Deal found 18/11$739
Wed 3/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/1214:25SYD - CHC
1 stop7h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11$740
Fri 5/1218:20CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mQantas Airways
Sun 7/1207:25SYD - CHC
1 stop14h 45mQantas Airways
Deal found 19/11$760

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Sydney (SYD). 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 21 November 2025.

Round-trip from

$558

One-way from

$241

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$595

Good round-trip deal

$1,309 or less

Good one-way deal

$291 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 13/2-19/2
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 50m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 28/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 05m total
  • Christchurch to Sydney
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($60 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to Sydney that are best for you.

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Christchurch

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Sydney

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/2

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$558

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Sat 28/3

20:35-17:40

1 stop23h 05m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/4

18:20-19:35

1 stop23h 15m

$569

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Fri 6/3

11:00-08:45

1 stop23h 45m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/3

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$570

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Fri 13/2

16:30-21:45

1 stop7h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 17/2

07:45-16:25

1 stop6h 40m

$584

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

15:30-21:45

1 stop8h 15m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 24/3

07:45-18:55

2 stops9h 10m

$598

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 21/1

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 26/1

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

$598

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 17/3

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$247

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

08:10-14:35

1 stop8h 25m

$247

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Wed 18/3

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$247

ChristchurchSydney

CHC - SYD

CHCSYD

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Sydney. Price data was last updated on 14 November 2025.

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney (average of $341). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 SYD?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from Christchurch to Sydney by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sydney. 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 Sydney. Reviews last updated 21 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, andQantas Airways from Christchurch to Sydney to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Steven,Feb 2025

GLA - DXB

Although I was in economy it made no difference where the staff were concerned they were attentive and pleasant throughout the flight maybe one day I'll get the chance to see if there's a difference in business or 1st class service but in truth for the way I was treated I can only see the menu being an upgrade as the staff don't need upgrading and are indeed the biggest asset on a long journey a credit to the company.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to Sydney. 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 Sydney?

    You will need to book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith if you want to fly from Christchurch to Sydney. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Kingsford Smith (SYD) on a regular basis. There are 27 flights to Sydney 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 SYD to be around 3h 20m.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Sydney flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

    A quick flight from Christchurch to Sydney can take about 3h 40m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $558. The distance from Christchurch to Sydney is about 2126 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Sydney is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $439 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Emirates, starting at $453 and $486 round-trip. These flights start at 25% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Sydney are Etihad Airways (76%), United Airlines (71%) and Thai Airways (71%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $232. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $542 on average, our data indicates $1,605 when flying from Christchurch to Sydney.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney (average of $341). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $476). 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 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to Sydney

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$439Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$453Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$486Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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