Cheap flights to Christchurch, New Zealand from $581

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BOS — CHC
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Flights to Christchurch in 2023

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2023, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,806,920 searches and data was last updated on November 28, 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,898

Round-trip from

$1,509

One-way from

$887
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in November 2023
From New York to Christchurch
One-way flight from New York to Christchurch (CHC)

Cheap flights to Christchurch in November & December 2023

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Christchurch 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Christchurch

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Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$902 - $1,654

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 3/5

1 stop17h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 3/23

1 stop18h 30m

$902

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 2/25

1 stop17h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 3/4

2 stops23h 10m

$914

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 2/6

1 stop17h 55m

Christchurch

Tue 4/2

1 stop18h 30m

$915

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Sat 2/3

2 stops33h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 2/12

2 stops37h 31m

$938

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Fri 1/5

1 stop21h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 2/9

1 stop36h 00m

$942

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 2/25

2 stops25h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 3/4

2 stops25h 25m

$1,033

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

Nonstop14h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 4/4

1 stop16h 55m

$1,057

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Mon 2/26

2 stops23h 50m

Christchurch

Tue 3/19

1 stop21h 10m

$1,592

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

Sat 1/27

1 stop30h 15m

Christchurch

Tue 2/13

Nonstop13h 05m

$1,654

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Deals found on 11/27

When is the best time to fly to Christchurch?

Learn the optimal time to secure your flight to Christchurch, maximizing your chances of finding the best prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,806,920 searches and data was last updated on November 28, 2023.

NYC - CHC

Price

$1,215 - $2,574

CHC

Temperature

42.8 - 62.6 °F

CHC

Rainfall

1.6 - 2.4 inches

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Christchurch (average of $1,215). Flying to Christchurch in January will prove the most costly (average of $1,960). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

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 November 28, 2023.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Air New Zealand, United Airlines and Fiji Airways 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.
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

8.2
Very good
62 reviews
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

8.1
Very good
196 reviews
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

7.9
Good
1,316 reviews
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

7.5
Good
184 reviews
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

7.2
Good
222 reviews
8.2
Very good
62 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

8.6

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Unfortunately there was a screaming child on the flight. No ones fault but literally hurt my ears and made them crackle. I didn’t eat or drink on the flight.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

Discover the most budget-friendly month to fly to Christchurch. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,806,920 searches and data was last updated on November 28, 2023.

January

$1,960

February

$1,646

March

$1,631

April

$1,400

May

$1,780

June

$1,695

July

$1,715

August

$1,519

September

$1,215

October

$1,409

November

$1,680

December

$1,804

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

Which day is cheapest to fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest day to fly to Christchurch is usually Wednesday. At the moment, Friday is the most expensive.

What time of day is cheapest to fly to Christchurch?

To get the best value, try booking a flight in the morning when visiting Christchurch. Generally the prices will increase for flights in the evening as these tend to have higher demand.

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.

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