Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $233
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 19/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — SYD
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith are usually found in June or February, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday 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 9 June 2026.
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$534
Sun 30/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 5/917:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$537
Mon 20/720:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$538
Mon 3/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 12/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$542
Mon 20/719:50
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$547
Fri 14/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 2/917:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$548
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 1/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$549
Mon 10/805:45
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Tue 18/809:55
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$551
Best flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
Mon 20/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$571
Wed 17/612:55
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 15m
Jetstar
Wed 24/609:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop8h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$636
Mon 27/706:00
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Emirates
Tue 28/710:20
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 6/6$649
Thu 18/606:15
CHC
-
SYD
2 stops13h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 19/618:35
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 9/6$748
Fri 7/820:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop16h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 11/809:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$612
Sat 13/616:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Sat 20/607:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop14h 50m
Jetstar
Deal found 5/6$660
Fri 4/920:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop16h 30m
Air New Zealand
Tue 8/909:55
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop8h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$625
Thu 18/616:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Fri 19/606:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop14h 00m
Jetstar
Deal found 9/6$689
Wed 17/606:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 24/617:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$679
Sun 21/606:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 24/607:50
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 35m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$716
Fri 26/620:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 7/719:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop10h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$733
Direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Explore direct flight options from Christchurch to Sydney based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$534
Sun 30/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 5/917:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$537
Mon 3/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 12/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$542
Wed 19/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 22/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$544
Fri 14/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 2/917:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$548
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 1/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$549
Mon 10/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Tue 18/809:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$551
Mon 13/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Wed 22/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$561
Last-minute flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Discover last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney. Data last updated 9 June 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 14/720:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 35m
Air New Zealand
Tue 21/719:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop10h 15m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$559
Mon 20/720:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$538
Mon 20/719:50
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 20m
Air New Zealand
Mon 27/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 8/6$547
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Fri 31/717:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 7/6$534
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Sat 1/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$549
One-way flights from Christchurch to Sydney
Search for one-way flight options from Christchurch to Sydney. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 9 June 2026.
Wed 19/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$233
Sun 26/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$236
Wed 26/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$237
Mon 27/705:45
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop6h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$239
Wed 15/720:10
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 5/6$240
Tue 1/906:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 9/6$243
Wed 22/706:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 6/6$253
Sat 20/609:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Deal found 6/6$254
Find 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 9 June 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Sydney 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 June 2026.
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Depart
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Mon 20/7
06:30-08:10
Nonstop3h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 31/7
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
$571
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Fri 7/8
20:10-10:40
1 stop16h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 11/8
09:10-14:20
Nonstop3h 10m
$612
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Fri 4/9
20:10-10:40
1 stop16h 30m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 8/9
09:55-20:25
1 stop8h 30m
$625
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Wed 17/6
12:55-19:10
1 stop8h 15m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 24/6
09:05-19:55
1 stop8h 50m
$636
Fastest return journey
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Mon 27/7
06:00-07:35
Nonstop3h 35m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 28/7
10:20-15:25
Nonstop3h 05m
$649
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Sat 13/6
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 20/6
07:20-00:10
1 stop14h 50m
$660
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Wed 17/6
06:30-08:10
Nonstop3h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 24/6
17:55-23:05
Nonstop3h 10m
$679
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Thu 18/6
16:05-22:15
1 stop8h 10m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Fri 19/6
06:20-22:20
1 stop14h 00m
$689
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Sun 21/6
06:30-08:10
Nonstop3h 40m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 24/6
07:50-16:25
1 stop6h 35m
$716
ChristchurchSydney
CHC - SYD
CHCSYD
Christchurch
Fri 26/6
20:10-08:45
1 stop14h 35m
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 7/7
19:20-07:35
1 stop10h 15m
$733
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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney?
Booking 51 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 $542). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $660). 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 9 June 2026.
When flying from Christchurch to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Christchurch to Sydney?
Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney
Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Sydney. 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 9 June 2026.
The most flights from CHC to SYD are scheduled on a Monday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (28 on average).
How often are flights from Christchurch to Sydney delayed?
About 16% of weekly flights between Christchurch and Sydney have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 100 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Sydney flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving at night tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Sydney flights?
Over the past year, Emirates have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.
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 9 June 2026.
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.
Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Related info for your journey
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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 28 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?
Flights from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith have been viewed 320 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to Sydney?
A quick flight from Christchurch to Sydney can take about 3h 35m. Air New Zealand provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $649. The distance from Christchurch to Sydney is about 2126 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Sydney round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Christchurch to Sydney is Qantas Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $409 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air New Zealand and Emirates, starting at $414 and $493 round-trip. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to Sydney one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Air New Zealand, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $176. However, be on the lookout for offers from Emirates and Jetstar, as they are both options that can get you from Christchurch to Sydney for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Sydney?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Christchurch to Sydney are Malaysia Airlines (85%), British Airways (85%) and American Airlines (83%).
What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $227. While the most popular route (Christchurch - Sydney Kingsford Smith) can be booked for $537 on average, our data indicates $357 when flying 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 $542). Flying from Christchurch to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of $660). 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.
Browse through other flights departing from Christchurch. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 June 2026.
Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to Sydney. 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 9 June 2026.
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