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$195+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC)

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SYD — CHC
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in May or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$341
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$195
(Jetstar)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$400

Good round-trip deal

$349 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 or less
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/226:20 amSYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mJetstar
jue. 7/244:05 pmCHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 6/11$341
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/226:20 amSYD - CHC
1 stop7h 35mMultiple Airlines
jue. 7/244:40 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$364
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/16:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
sáb. 9/64:40 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 6/10$395
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 New Zealand is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 7/195:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
sáb. 7/266:35 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 6/10$401
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 8/247:50 amSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
dom. 8/245:45 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 6/12$425
This Virgin Australia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Virgin Australia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/245:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mVirgin Australia
dom. 11/25:10 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mVirgin Australia
Deal found 6/10$465
This Fiji Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Fiji Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 8/181:15 pmSYD - CHC
2 stops16h 35mFiji Airways
jue. 8/288:30 amCHC - SYD
2 stops15h 40mFiji Airways
Deal found 6/11$956

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Sydney

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Christchurch

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 7/22

6:20 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Christchurch

jue. 7/24

4:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$341

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mar. 7/22

6:20 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Christchurch

jue. 7/24

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$364

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 9/1

6:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Christchurch

sáb. 9/6

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$395

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb. 7/19

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

sáb. 7/26

6:35 am-8:15 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$401

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom. 8/24

7:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

dom. 8/24

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$425

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

vie. 10/24

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

dom. 11/2

5:10 am-6:50 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$465

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

lun. 8/18

1:15 pm-7:50 am

2 stops16h 35m

Christchurch

jue. 8/28

8:30 am-10:10 pm

2 stops15h 40m

$956

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

jue. 7/10

7:55 am-9:30 am

1 stop23h 35m

Christchurch

mar. 7/15

10:50 am-4:45 pm

1 stop31h 55m

$9,617

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

mié. 7/16

2:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 00m

$195

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sáb. 11/22

9:05 am-2:15 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

$210

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 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 Sydney to Christchurch?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Sydney 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 SYD to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 junio 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 3% on flights from Sydney to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from SYD to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (21 on average).

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from Sydney to Christchurch. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,264 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,302 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
483 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
854 reviews
Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
194 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 15
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NAN - LAX

Asked for water before dinner was served, didn’t get it. Dinner served but no drinks was asked or served with dinner. When asked if I wanted my seat made for bedtime, asked for water again. This time I got it. Filled the breakfast form but was still asked what I wanted. Comparing this experience with Fiji air flight from LA to Melbourne. Worse was missing my flight connection to Baltimore since Fiji air opted to wait for a passenger that couldn’t pass security. Instead of leaving at 9:40 pm, we left at 11. So spent overnight at a hotel for next day’s flight. Another expense!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Christchurch?

    You will need to book a flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch if you want to fly from Sydney to Christchurch. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) on a regular basis. There are 24 flights to Christchurch from the Sydney airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SYD to CHC to be around 3h 05m.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Christchurch flight route?

    Flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch have been viewed 10 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Christchurch round-trip?

    Flying on Jetstar is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $341. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $395 and $401, respectively. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $195 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $210 and Qantas Airways from $241 one-way.

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

    Before booking your flight to Christchurch from Sydney, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (77%), Air India (76%), Thai Airways( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $195. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) can be booked for $255 on average our data indicates $324 when flying from Sydney to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Sydney 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Sydney to Christchurch

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Sydney 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$246Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
EmiratesCheapest$301Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$308Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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