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$379+ 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
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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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$751
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$379
(Air Canada)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,111

Good one-way deal

$523 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 julio 3, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 11/16:10 amCHC - LAX
2 stops27h 14mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/156:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops31h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$751
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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. 11/136:10 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 43mAir Canada
lun. 11/176:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops31h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 7/1$752
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 11/12:10 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 40mFiji Airways
sáb. 11/1510:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 25mFiji Airways
Deal found 7/1$774
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 11/133:10 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop17h 05mAir New Zealand
lun. 11/177:05 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$806
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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. 11/39:40 amCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 15mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/1610:45 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop28h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$834
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 7/106:20 amCHC - LAX
1 stop19h 40mQantas Airways
jue. 7/249:50 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$839
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
vie. 8/156:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop21h 00mMultiple Airlines
vie. 8/2211:25 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$851
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 9/254:40 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 05mQantas Airways
lun. 9/297:45 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops24h 40mQantas Airways
Deal found 7/1$893
This Jettzy deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
vie. 8/153:05 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop34h 55mAir New Zealand
vie. 8/2210:05 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops18h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 7/1$931
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 11/149:40 amCHC - SFO
2 stops23h 16mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/184:05 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops34h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$933
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 9/276:10 amCHC - SFO
1 stop21h 05mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/1111:10 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop37h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$946
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 8/154:40 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops46h 50mChina Airlines
jue. 8/211:05 amSFO - CHC
2 stops51h 54mChina Airlines
Deal found 7/1$2,093

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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 julio 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Christchurch to California that are best for you.

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Christchurch

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 11/1

6:10 am-1:24 pm

2 stops27h 14m

Los Angeles

sáb. 11/15

6:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$751

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

jue. 11/13

6:10 am-11:53 am

2 stops26h 43m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/17

6:10 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops31h 55m

$752

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 11/1

2:10 pm-12:50 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

sáb. 11/15

10:45 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop17h 25m

$774

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

jue. 11/13

3:10 pm-11:15 am

1 stop17h 05m

Los Angeles

lun. 11/17

7:05 pm-9:05 am

1 stop17h 00m

$806

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

lun. 11/3

9:40 am-6:55 am

1 stop18h 15m

Los Angeles

dom. 11/16

10:45 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop28h 10m

$834

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

vie. 8/8

6:20 am-7:00 am

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles

lun. 8/18

11:10 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$841

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

vie. 8/15

6:10 am-8:10 am

1 stop21h 00m

San Francisco

vie. 8/22

11:25 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 40m

$851

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

jue. 9/25

4:40 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 05m

San Francisco

lun. 9/29

7:45 pm-4:25 pm

2 stops24h 40m

$893

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

vie. 8/15

3:05 pm-7:00 am

1 stop34h 55m

San Francisco

vie. 8/22

10:05 pm-11:40 am

2 stops18h 35m

$931

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

vie. 11/14

9:40 am-11:56 am

2 stops23h 16m

San Francisco

mar. 11/18

4:05 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops34h 50m

$933

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Deals found on 7/1

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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?

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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 julio 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to California, such as China Airlines, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,287 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
202 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
486 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
744 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2025

YVR - TPE

I like the system, but the problem is the food , thre is no option, as a chef i don't recommend the food is worst we keep our hungry until taipe from vancouver

Related info for your journey

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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.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $387. Qantas Airways flights start at $413 while deals on American Airlines start at $415 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Christchurch - Los Angeles or Christchurch - Oakland, Christchurch - San Francisco 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.

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    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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$640Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$940Average$1,155FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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