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$209+ Cheap flights from Sydney (SYD) 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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
Mar 13 — Mar 201
Fri 3/13
Fri 3/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in August or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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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 February 11, 2026.

This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 6/135:55 pm
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 6/216:30 am
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/9$350
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 4/287:20 pm
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop10h 05m
Air New Zealand
Thu 4/306:30 am
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/8$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sat 3/75:55 pm
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Wed 3/118:50 am
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop14h 55m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/9$385
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 3/106:20 am
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Thu 3/1211:50 am
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 35m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$392
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 6/236:20 am
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop8h 25m
Jetstar
Wed 7/112:55 pm
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 15m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/9$393
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/87:50 am
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Sat 8/225:45 pm
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 2/9$394
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:50 am
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 05m
Emirates
Thu 4/304:35 pm
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 35m
Emirates
Deal found 2/8$395
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/109:05 am
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 30m
Jetstar
Mon 8/241:50 pm
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 2/10$396
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 3/55:55 pm
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 3/106:10 am
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 2/9$397

Find 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 February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$350
(Air New Zealand)

One-way from

$209
(SmartFares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$429

Good round-trip deal

$423 or less

Good one-way deal

$265 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Christchurch that are best for you.

Fly from

Sydney

Fly to

Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 6/13

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 6/21

6:30 am-8:10 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$350

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/10

6:20 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

11:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$392

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 5/12

6:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 5/19

8:30 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$392

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 3/5

5:55 pm-11:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/10

6:10 am-7:50 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$397

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/9

7:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 8/12

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$400

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/21

7:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 7/29

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$403

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/21

7:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 7/31

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$403

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 7/24

7:50 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 7/30

5:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$403

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/10

6:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 3/11

11:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$406

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 3/2

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

$212

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Compare providers for flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Christchurch flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sydney-Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sydney-Christchurch flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sydney-Christchurch flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sydney-Christchurch flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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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 February 6, 2026.

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 87 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $202). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 February 11, 2026.

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

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 February 11, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Air New Zealand, and Qantas Airways from Sydney to Christchurch to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,514 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,514 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,514 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
582 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,514 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
988 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,514 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

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 27 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 6 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

    For as low as $350, Air New Zealand can have you in Christchurch from Sydney in 3h 10m. The distance between Sydney and Christchurch is about 1321 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Christchurch, with prices starting at $192. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $307 and $311, respectively. These flights start at 54% 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 $183 on Virgin Australia. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $190 and Emirates from $195 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: United Airlines (89%), Virgin Australia (85%), Asiana Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $222. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) can be booked for $255 on average, our data indicates $394 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of $202). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $338). 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$192Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
EmiratesCheapest$307Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$311Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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