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$327+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Christchurch to California flight deals. Data was last updated agosto 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$654
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$327
(Travelocity)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$838

Good one-way deal

$568 or less
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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 agosto 20, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
lun. 10/136:05 amCHC - SFO
2 stops29h 23mAir Canada
lun. 10/276:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops34h 35mAir Canada
Deal found 8/18$654
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/81:05 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
mar. 9/1611:55 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/19$674
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/12:10 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
sáb. 11/1510:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/20$686
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 10/186:35 amCHC - LAX
2 stops24h 43mAir Canada
dom. 11/26:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops33h 30mAir Canada
Deal found 8/20$694
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/246:05 amCHC - LAX
2 stops30h 03mAir Canada
lun. 10/2712:50 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops39h 45mAir Canada
Deal found 8/20$695
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
vie. 11/146:10 amCHC - SFO
2 stops25h 29mAir Canada
mar. 11/186:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 8/19$703
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
jue. 10/306:10 amCHC - LAX
2 stops34h 58mAir Canada
sáb. 11/156:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 8/20$704
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/302:05 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
mar. 11/1810:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 20mFiji Airways
Deal found 8/20$708
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
mar. 8/264:40 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
mar. 9/210:10 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 8/18$710
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
jue. 9/256:00 amCHC - SFO
1 stop30h 45mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/294:37 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops27h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$713
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
lun. 9/86:00 amCHC - LAX
1 stop27h 25mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/167:00 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops25h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$715
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/16:20 amCHC - LAX
2 stops25h 28mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/156:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$717

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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 agosto 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

lun. 10/13

6:05 am-3:28 pm

2 stops29h 23m

San Francisco

lun. 10/27

6:00 pm-12:35 am

2 stops34h 35m

$654

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 1/31

2:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/5

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$656

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

jue. 1/29

2:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/5

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$656

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 1/31

6:20 am-11:48 am

2 stops26h 28m

Los Angeles

sáb. 2/7

12:50 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$662

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

lun. 9/8

1:05 pm-12:55 pm

1 stop18h 50m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/16

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$674

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

vie. 11/14

8:45 am-1:24 pm

2 stops25h 39m

Los Angeles

mié. 11/19

12:50 pm-5:10 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$694

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 10/18

6:35 am-11:18 am

2 stops24h 43m

Los Angeles

dom. 11/2

6:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops33h 30m

$694

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

vie. 10/24

6:05 am-4:08 pm

2 stops30h 03m

Los Angeles

lun. 10/27

12:50 pm-12:35 am

2 stops39h 45m

$695

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

vie. 11/14

6:10 am-10:39 am

2 stops25h 29m

San Francisco

mar. 11/18

6:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

$703

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 9/9

4:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

mar. 10/14

9:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 15m

$711

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 agosto 20, 2025.

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.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to California, such as Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
896 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
504 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 18h 30m. Fly via Air Canada, Fiji Airways, or Qantas Airways 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 most popular routes from Christchurch to California?

    While some choose either Christchurch - San Francisco or Christchurch - Oakland, 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 2 airlines flying from Christchurch to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to California. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$656Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$940Average$1,200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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