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$412+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA to Christchurch (CHC)

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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — CHC
févr. 28 — mars 71
sam. 2/28
sam. 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on janvier 29, 2026.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
dim. 3/1511:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops27h 15m
Multiple Airlines
dim. 3/226:15 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$831
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
mer. 2/2510:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops28h 00m
Multiple Airlines
mer. 3/49:50 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops23h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$836
This Vliegwinkel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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. 3/110:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
mar. 3/171:15 pm
CHC
-
SFO
Nonstop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$900
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 10/3011:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops36h 20m
Multiple Airlines
sam. 11/217:10 pm
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops38h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$909
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 2/2710:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
dim. 3/156:15 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$920
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 2/2010:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops36h 30m
Multiple Airlines
ven. 3/66:15 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops27h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$921
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/1510:35 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops23h 50m
Multiple Airlines
dim. 5/248:00 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops24h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$991
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 3/2011:05 pm
SFO
-
CHC
2 stops37h 20m
Multiple Airlines
sam. 3/2810:30 am
CHC
-
SFO
2 stops46h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$1,003

Find flight deals from Salinas to Christchurch

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Christchurch flight deals. Data was last updated janvier 29, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$831
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$412
(Trip.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$1,633
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salinas to Christchurch 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 janvier 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Christchurch that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

mer. 2/25

10:05 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Christchurch

mer. 3/4

9:50 am-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 35m

$836

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

lun. 3/30

4:25 pm-12:40 am

2 stops36h 15m

Christchurch

ven. 4/10

6:00 am-3:32 pm

2 stops28h 32m

$1,019

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

ven. 3/27

11:05 pm-8:50 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Christchurch

ven. 4/10

4:35 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$1,190

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

mer. 3/11

11:05 pm-10:40 pm

2 stops27h 35m

Christchurch

jeu. 3/26

9:50 am-2:34 pm

3 stops24h 44m

$1,293

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dim. 3/29

9:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Christchurch

mar. 4/14

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,323

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

ven. 3/27

9:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Christchurch

mar. 4/14

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,323

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

ven. 3/20

9:30 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop19h 10m

Christchurch

sam. 3/28

1:45 pm-9:13 pm

2 stops27h 28m

$1,348

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

ven. 3/27

1:20 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops37h 45m

Christchurch

lun. 4/13

6:00 am-12:32 pm

2 stops25h 32m

$1,368

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dim. 3/29

9:30 pm-12:20 am

1 stop30h 50m

Christchurch

ven. 4/10

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop30h 45m

$1,369

San FranciscoChristchurch

SFO - CHC

SFOCHC

San Francisco

dim. 3/1

11:25 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop14h 10m

Christchurch

mar. 3/17

1:15 pm-6:15 am

Nonstop13h 00m

$1,388

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Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Salinas to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salinas to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Salinas to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 13 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Christchurch (average of $716). Flying from Salinas to Christchurch in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,598). 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 S9N to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated janvier 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Christchurch as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Salinas to Christchurch?

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 janvier 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Fiji Airways, Air New Zealand, and United Airlines from Salinas to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
223 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
223 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
223 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
577 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
223 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
223 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 17
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2025

CNS - NAN

Food service: Outstanding. Comfort of seating and usual things: Also outstanding.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Salinas to Christchurch. 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 into for flights to Christchurch from Salinas?

    Most people fly into Christchurch (CHC) if they book a flight to Christchurch from Salinas. On average, Christchurch has 1 inbound flight from Salinas per day from 3 airlines. Christchurch is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Christchurch’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Salinas to Christchurch?

    Departing from Salinas to Christchurch will take you 30h 50m. The distance between Salinas and Christchurch is about 6922 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Fiji Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $351. Users have also found prices from $772 and $789 on United Airlines and Air New Zealand, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salinas to Christchurch?

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Salinas, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (77%), Air New Zealand (77%), SWISS( 77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salinas to Christchurch?

    The cheapest flight price from Salinas to Christchurch is $836. On average you can expect to pay $1,198. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Christchurch), can usually be booked for $836.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salinas to Christchurch?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salinas 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 Salinas to Christchurch?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Christchurch (average of $716). Flying from Salinas to Christchurch in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,598). 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 3 airlines flying from Salinas to Christchurch

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Salinas to Christchurch. 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 janvier 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$703Average$1,399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$1,043Average$1,485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
United AirlinesCheapest$1,146Average$1,460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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