How popular is this Queenstown to Christchurch flight route?

Flights from Queenstown Intl to Christchurch have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Queenstown to Christchurch is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $107 on this airline. Air New Zealand is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Queenstown to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Queenstown to Christchurch

The most flights from ZQN to CHC are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Christchurch?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Christchurch are Qantas Airways (80%), Air New Zealand (79%) and Etihad Airways (75%).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Queenstown to Christchurch?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 875% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Queenstown to Christchurch?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 51 days in advance to save up to 133% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 51 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Queenstown to Christchurch 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $171, or $217 for flights within the next 24 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch?

Our data shows that June tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Queenstown. Users have commonly found prices around $177 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $89. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in April.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Queenstown to Christchurch?

The best time to book flights from Queenstown to Christchurch is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Queenstown to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 ZQN to CHC?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Queenstown to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Read reviews from past customers who have flown Air New Zealand from Queenstown to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Air New Zealand

8.0

Very good

505 reviews

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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

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505 reviews

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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.

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How popular is this Queenstown to Christchurch flight route?
Flights from Queenstown Intl to Christchurch have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Queenstown to Christchurch is Air New Zealand. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $107 on this airline. Air New Zealand is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the most reliable airlines from Queenstown to Christchurch?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Queenstown to Christchurch are Qantas Airways (80%), Air New Zealand (79%) and Etihad Airways (75%).
Can I find deals for flights from Queenstown to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Queenstown to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Queenstown to Christchurch?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Queenstown to Christchurch 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 Queenstown to Christchurch?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Queenstown to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Queenstown to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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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Air New Zealand	Cheapest$107	Average$188	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%

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