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$404+ 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 2/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
oct. 15 — oct. 221
mer. 10/15
mer. 10/22
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 septembre 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$762
(Aunt Betty)

One-way from

$404
(Air Canada)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$976

Good one-way deal

$539 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 septembre 15, 2025.

This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 10/122:05 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 50mFiji Airways
sam. 10/1811:55 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 10mFiji Airways
Deal found 9/14$762
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Vliegwinkel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 11/27:15 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop36h 25mAir New Zealand
lun. 11/178:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop18h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/14$805
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/286:05 amCHC - LAX
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
mar. 11/48:50 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/13$810
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/296:05 amCHC - LAX
1 stop22h 20mQantas Airways
mer. 11/58:50 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/14$812
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mer. 10/299:50 amCHC - LAX
2 stops23h 40mAmerican Airlines
mer. 11/59:25 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$827
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
jeu. 9/254:40 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/2910:15 amSFO - CHC
2 stops32h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/12$834
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
mar. 10/289:00 amCHC - LAX
2 stops22h 54mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/410:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$836
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
lun. 11/106:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
ven. 11/2110:45 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops27h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/12$843
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dim. 11/25:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops25h 36mBritish Airways
lun. 11/179:25 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop29h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 9/14$847
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/293:55 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops24h 00mQantas Airways
mer. 11/512:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops29h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/14$867
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/146:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop22h 05mUnited Airlines
dim. 11/210:45 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop36h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$876
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
mar. 10/144:40 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mAmerican Airlines
mer. 11/56:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops32h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$878

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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 septembre 15, 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

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

dim. 11/2

7:15 pm-11:40 am

1 stop36h 25m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/17

8:10 pm-11:25 am

1 stop18h 15m

$805

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

mer. 10/29

6:05 am-8:25 am

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

mer. 11/5

8:50 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$812

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

mer. 10/29

9:50 am-1:30 pm

2 stops23h 40m

Los Angeles

mer. 11/5

9:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$829

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

lun. 1/26

6:05 am-7:25 am

1 stop22h 20m

Los Angeles

ven. 2/6

9:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$829

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

lun. 1/26

6:05 am-12:30 pm

1 stop27h 25m

Los Angeles

ven. 2/6

9:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 00m

$829

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

lun. 1/26

2:40 pm-10:40 am

2 stops17h 00m

Los Angeles

ven. 2/6

8:10 pm-9:05 am

1 stop15h 55m

$832

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

jeu. 9/25

4:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

lun. 9/29

10:15 am-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 20m

$834

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

dim. 11/2

5:15 am-10:51 am

2 stops25h 36m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/17

9:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop29h 30m

$847

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mer. 10/29

3:55 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 00m

San Francisco

mer. 11/5

12:00 pm-2:55 pm

2 stops29h 55m

$867

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 10/14

6:10 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 05m

San Francisco

dim. 11/2

10:45 pm-8:05 am

1 stop36h 20m

$876

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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 $325). 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 septembre 15, 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 septembre 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to California, such as Air New Zealand. 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
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

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 22h 20m. Fly via Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, 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 Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $404. United Airlines flights start at $420 while deals on American Airlines start at $425 one-way.

  • 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 $325). 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 airline flying from Christchurch to California

Discover the top airline 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 septembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$808Average$1,151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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