How long is the flight from USA to Christchurch?

For as low as $842, Air New Zealand can have you in Christchurch from USA in 16h. There are 6886 mi between USA and Christchurch. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Christchurch (average of $143). Flying from USA to Christchurch in January is currently the most expensive (average of $933). 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 day to fly from USA to Christchurch?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their USA to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

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 popular routes from USA to Christchurch?

When deciding which route to take from USA to Christchurch consider San Francisco - Christchurch, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Christchurch or Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Christchurch as they are the most popular.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from USA to Christchurch?

Consider Air New Zealand, United Airlines or Qantas Airways when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from USA to Christchurch.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from US to CHC?

It’s optimal to fly from USA to Christchurch in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from United States?

Most people fly into Christchurch (CHC) if they book a flight to Christchurch from United States. Christchurch is conveniently located just 5.9 mi from Christchurch’s city center.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from USA to Christchurch?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from USA 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.

$526+ Flights from the United States to Christchurch

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Round-trip from	$768 (Air Canada)
One-way from	$526 (FlightHub)
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$1,765
Good round-trip deal	$1,459 or less
Good one-way deal	$772 or less

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Fiji Airways offers a free stopover in Fiji for up to 72 hours.

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Premium Economy features 18.5” seats with 8” recline and leg rests for better sleep.

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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Fiji Airways	Cheapest$619	Average$1,237	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
Qantas Airways	Cheapest$699	Average$1,154	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%
American Airlines	Cheapest$863	Average$1,112	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Air New Zealand	Cheapest$875	Average$1,478	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%
United Airlines	Cheapest$1,075	Average$1,598	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Air Canada	Cheapest$1,112	Average$1,359	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%

$526+ Cheap flights from the United States to Christchurch (CHC)

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