Christchurch

$185+ 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 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in May or March, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$361
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$185
(Air New Zealand)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$423

Good round-trip deal

$481 or less

Good one-way deal

$199 or less
From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch
One-way flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.
Price to beat on a one-way flight 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 September 16, 2025.

This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:05 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/216:20 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/16$361
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/146:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 10/214:40 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/15$366
This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/82:10 pmSYD - CHC
1 stop8h 00mJetstar
Thu 10/164:05 pmCHC - SYD
1 stop8h 10mJetstar
Deal found 9/14$367
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 11/266:50 pmSYD - CHC
1 stop10h 50mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/36:10 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 40mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$368
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 11/208:45 amSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 15mEmirates
Thu 11/206:20 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 9/16$369
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/148:50 amSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
Tue 10/216:20 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mEmirates
Deal found 9/16$370
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/146:05 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/206:20 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$371
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/216:05 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
Tue 10/289:00 pmCHC - SYD
1 stop26h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/15$373
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/126:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Sat 10/184:40 pmCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$374
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:55 pmSYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 04mQantas Airways
Tue 10/286:05 amCHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 30mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/16$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 11/46:15 amSYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/118:40 amCHC - SYD
1 stop7h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$378
This Air New Zealand deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 11/147:15 pmSYD - CHC
1 stop10h 10mAir New Zealand
Sat 11/224:30 pmCHC - SYD
1 stop7h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/16$379

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 September 16, 2025.
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

Tue 2/10

7:15 pm-7:25 am

1 stop10h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

9:00 pm-8:45 am

1 stop13h 45m

$365

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/8

2:10 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 10/16

4:05 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$367

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 10/12

6:55 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

Christchurch

Sat 10/18

4:40 pm-6:10 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$373

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/1

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-7:35 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$373

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/2

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Christchurch

Wed 11/5

4:35 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$373

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/28

6:55 pm-11:55 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Christchurch

Thu 12/4

6:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$379

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/28

8:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 11/3

6:05 am-7:35 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$381

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 10/31

8:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 11/3

6:05 am-7:35 am

Nonstop3h 30m

$381

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/30

8:45 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

Christchurch

Thu 11/6

6:20 pm-7:40 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$386

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 11/23

6:20 am-4:45 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

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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 September 12, 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 84 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 September 16, 2025.

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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sydney 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 September 16, 2025.
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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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?

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

    For as low as $373, Air New Zealand can have you in Christchurch from Sydney in 3h 04m. 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 $268. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Air New Zealand, with the lowest prices starting at $301 and $308, respectively. These flights start at 34% 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 $189 on Jetstar. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Air New Zealand from $201 and Emirates from $202 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: China Airlines (59%), China Eastern (59%), British Airways( 59%).

  • 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 $404 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$268Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
EmiratesCheapest$301Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air New ZealandCheapest$308Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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