Cheap flights to Christchurch, New Zealand from $1,271

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CMH — CHC
May 25 — Jun 11

Flights to Christchurch in 2024

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,621,518 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,968

Round-trip from

$1,323

One-way from

$1,313
High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in May 2024
From New York to Christchurch
One-way flight from New York to Christchurch (CHC)

Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Christchurch in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,621,518 searches and data were last updated on May 20, 2024.
The lowest fares on flights traveling to Christchurch in May and June 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 11/113:35 pmLGA - CHC
3 stops37h 20mAir Canada
Tue 11/266:15 amCHC - LGA
3 stops31h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 5/18$1,271
Tue 8/1311:00 amJFK - CHC
2 stops36h 25mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/126:05 amCHC - JFK
2 stops34h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,323
Sat 8/109:21 amJFK - CHC
2 stops38h 04mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/126:05 amCHC - JFK
2 stops34h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,373
Mon 8/127:20 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Wed 9/119:40 amCHC - JFK
1 stop22h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,380
Tue 8/1311:00 amJFK - CHC
2 stops36h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/146:05 amCHC - JFK
2 stops42h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,388
Sat 11/235:30 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops36h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/74:30 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,411
Fri 11/225:30 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops36h 25mQantas Airways
Sat 12/74:35 pmCHC - JFK
2 stops40h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,424
Sat 8/104:29 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops30h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/146:05 amCHC - JFK
2 stops42h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,438
Sat 11/235:30 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/74:30 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,442

One-way flights to Christchurch

Explore one-way flight options to Christchurch for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,621,518 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Christchurch. Users seeking round-trip flights to Christchurch should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Mon 8/56:00 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops37h 00mAir Canada
Deal found 5/19$1,313
Mon 8/59:00 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,316
Mon 8/59:55 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop20h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,325
Tue 8/610:30 amJFK - CHC
3 stops44h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 5/19$1,340
Tue 8/63:30 pmLGA - CHC
3 stops39h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 5/19$1,340
Mon 8/57:30 pmEWR - CHC
3 stops59h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 5/19$1,354
Tue 8/61:55 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops28h 30mAir New Zealand
Deal found 5/19$1,383
Sun 8/47:20 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop30h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 5/19$1,410
Mon 8/58:55 pmJFK - CHC
3 stops42h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 5/19$1,413

Find flights to Christchurch within your budget

Locate flights to Christchurch that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,621,518 searches and data was last updated on May 20, 2024.

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$1,323 - $2,788

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New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops36h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 9/12

2 stops34h 18m

$1,323

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 8/10

2 stops38h 04m

Christchurch

Thu 9/12

2 stops34h 18m

$1,373

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

1 stop27h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 9/11

1 stop22h 40m

$1,380

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 8/12

2 stops28h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 9/14

2 stops39h 30m

$1,470

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Wed 9/18

2 stops26h 30m

Christchurch

Sat 10/5

2 stops39h 40m

$1,477

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 8/29

2 stops22h 20m

Christchurch

Thu 9/5

2 stops20h 30m

$1,500

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/13

3 stops46h 30m

Christchurch

Fri 9/13

2 stops45h 19m

$2,255

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Wed 7/3

3 stops43h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 8/7

2 stops26h 44m

$2,632

New York John F Kennedy IntlChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/13

3 stops46h 35m

Christchurch

Fri 9/13

3 stops41h 10m

$2,788

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Deals found on 5/19

Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Christchurch is currently $1,355 while a round-trip flight costs $1,800. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Christchurch (average of $1,369). Flying to Christchurch in December will prove the most costly (average of $1,785). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$1,369

February

$1,418

March

$1,545

April

$1,507

May

$1,485

June

$1,500

July

$1,611

August

$1,519

September

$1,509

October

$1,381

November

$1,514

December

$1,785

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHC

Temperature

42.8 - 62.6 °F

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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

When is the cheapest time to fly to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Christchurch should consider flying on Monday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday evenings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 May 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air Canada, Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.3
Very good
623 reviews
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.2
Very good
1,439 reviews
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

8.1
Very good
3,939 reviews
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.6
Good
961 reviews
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

7.4
Good
10,894 reviews
8.3
Very good
623 reviews

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.6

Crew

8.8

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 10

The crew, food, and entertainment were amazing. The leg room/distance from the row in front of you seems smaller than other airlines which is very uncomfortable.

Often called the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch is a charming town of 350,000 people that is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Southern Hemisphere.

Shopping in Christchurch is one of the town’s great attractions. Head to new developments like the re:Start shopping mall which offers plenty for tourists to explore, but the spectacular farmers market which features delicacies from around the world will be irresistible to any foodie.

For culture lovers this may be New Zealand’s finest city. Tour the stunning Botanical Gardens, head to the newly restored cathedral or learn a thing or two about the vast continent to New Zealand’s south at the unique International Antarctic Centre. Nature lovers will adore the animals on view at the Orana Wildlife Park, while art fans will flock to the city’s fine art gallery, one of New Zealand’s best.

Don’t be afraid to explore outside the city limits as well. Lovers of fine wine will want to get out of town to the vineyards of the hinterland. Visit New Brighton pier to experience the region’s excellent surf, see Kiwi in the wild at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, sail with dolphins, cycle the Alps or you can even try skiing in the Southern Alps when the season is right around July and August.

Best Time to Fly to Christchurch, New Zealand

The southern island of New Zealand enjoys beautiful summer weather, and high season lasts from around the start of December through until March. The sunshine also sees a range of festivals, many of them accessible for free in Hagley Park. However, visit during the southern winter between June and August to enjoy Alpine sports and relax in the city when tourists are slightly less numerous.

Budget travelers who want to explore out of season flight deals, should check out prices between March and May, or around September and October for the best deals and mild weather.

Getting around Christchurch, New Zealand

The city has a superb public transport system, so getting around should not present any difficulties. The majority of buses will also have on-board bike racks, so feel free to cycle and ride to get the most out of your stay. There is also a handy ferry across the harbor, which provides a nice sight-seeing opportunity as well.

Christchurch, New Zealand airport overview

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is a small, clean, lovely airport, full of first-rate facilities and amenities. Currently, the airport building is being restored after earthquake damage, and its Domestic Terminal is being upgraded to cope with increases in passenger traffic. This work is all scheduled to be completed by 2012.

Flights to Christchurch International Airport are operated by local and foreign carriers, offering connections to many New Zealand destinations, as well as cities in Australia and Southeast Asia.

With the Rugby World Cup due to kick off in New Zealand in November 2011, thousands of tourists can confidently look forward to a pleasant transit experience at Christchurch International Airport.

  • What does CHC mean?

    CHC is a unique code, commonly called an IATA code, used in the aviation industry to identify airports. This code, along with many others, are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association). A CHC flight refers to a flight to Christchurch Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Christchurch.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Christchurch if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Christchurch on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Christchurch?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Christchurch.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch?

    Christchurch Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch Airport typically cost $36, while round-trip flights cost around $61.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Christchurch?

    A round-trip flight to Christchurch will typically cost around $117, however they can be found for as little as $67.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, Honolulu offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 20 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch Airport have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch Airport can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch Airport?

    Yes. Christchurch Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch Airport (0.0 mi away from Christchurch Airport).

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