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$322+ Cheap flights from Christchurch (CHC) to California

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 5/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/151:05 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Tue 8/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/27$661
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/142:10 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 3/2111:35 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/27$738
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/282:10 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Sat 3/710:35 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/29$746
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/98:45 am
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops27h 44m
Air Canada
Thu 3/196:10 pm
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops32h 55m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/28$775
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/109:50 am
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/2312:50 pm
LAX
-
CHC
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$786
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/92:10 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop18h 50m
Fiji Airways
Thu 3/1911:35 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Fiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$787
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/105:00 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop15h 15m
Air New Zealand
Mon 3/238:05 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/26$818
This CheersTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheersTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/157:40 pm
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop36h 00m
Air New Zealand
Sun 3/228:05 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop16h 00m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 1/28$829
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:05 am
CHC
-
LAX
1 stop22h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/510:35 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$833
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Jettzy is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:40 am
CHC
-
LAX
2 stops22h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 8/1111:55 pm
LAX
-
CHC
1 stop17h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$839
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/228:20 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/2510:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$904
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/129:50 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops28h 26m
American Airlines
Mon 2/166:20 am
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops33h 55m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$945

Find flight deals from Christchurch to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$661
(Jettzy)

One-way from

$322
(oojo)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$862

Good round-trip deal

$1,181 or less

Good one-way deal

$515 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($44 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to California 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to California that are best for you.

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ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

2:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/21

11:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$738

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 3/9

2:10 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/19

11:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$787

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 3/10

5:00 pm-12:15 pm

1 stop15h 15m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

8:05 pm-9:55 am

1 stop17h 50m

$818

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 3/15

7:40 pm-11:40 am

1 stop36h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

8:05 pm-8:05 am

1 stop16h 00m

$829

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/26

6:05 am-7:25 am

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

10:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$833

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 6/15

9:40 am-12:55 pm

2 stops22h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/11

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$839

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 2/28

6:15 am-12:00 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/7

10:35 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 35m

$850

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sat 3/14

2:00 pm-11:40 am

2 stops17h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/21

8:05 pm-10:55 am

2 stops18h 50m

$857

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 2/12

9:50 am-5:16 pm

2 stops28h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

6:20 am-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$945

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Fri 3/13

10:30 am-1:25 pm

2 stops22h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 3/20

11:05 pm-8:25 am

2 stops37h 20m

$954

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to California

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $600). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $702). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to California as you normally would.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to California?

    For a flight from Christchurch to California, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Christchurch to California in 15h 15m. Fly via Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 6886 mi between Christchurch and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $325. Fiji Airways flights start at $330 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $338 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Christchurch to California?

    While some choose either Christchurch - San Francisco or Christchurch - San Diego, Christchurch - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Christchurch to California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $600). Flying from Christchurch to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $702). 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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