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$35+ Cheap flights from Wellington to Christchurch (WLG - 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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — CHC
Jul 16 — Jul 231
Wed 7/16
Wed 7/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Christchurch are usually found in May or March, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 July 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$70
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$35
(Jetstar)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$99

Good round-trip deal

$114 or less

Good one-way deal

$66 or less
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 11, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/9. 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.
Wed 7/238:15 amWLG - CHC
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Sat 7/266:45 amCHC - WLG
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Deal found 7/9$70
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:10 pmWLG - CHC
1 stop10h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/144:30 pmCHC - WLG
1 stop4h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/8$193

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wellington 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 July 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wellington to Christchurch that are best for you.

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WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Wed 7/23

8:15 am-9:05 am

Nonstop0h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 7/26

6:45 am-7:35 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$70

WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Tue 7/29

11:15 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 8/4

7:40 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$126

WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Sat 1/3

2:55 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Christchurch

Sat 1/17

6:45 am-7:35 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$180

WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Sat 7/26

7:40 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$35

WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Tue 1/6

8:15 pm-9:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$56

WellingtonChristchurch

WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Fri 7/25

7:40 am-4:55 pm

1 stop9h 15m

$110

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Deals found on 7/9

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wellington to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Wellington to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 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 Wellington to Christchurch?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 July 11, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Christchurch in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington 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 July 11, 2025.

The most flights from WLG to CHC are scheduled on a Thursday (40 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

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 July 11, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from Wellington to Christchurch have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
494 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
494 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
494 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
457 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
494 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Wellington 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 Wellington to Christchurch?

    If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Wellington, then you need to book flights from Wellington to Christchurch. There are 26 flights from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Wellington are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Wellington to Christchurch typically takes.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Christchurch flight route?

    The Wellington to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 4 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $70, Jetstar will fly you from Wellington to Christchurch and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Air New Zealand for as low as $126. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Wellington to Christchurch consider choosing Singapore Airlines (94%), Qantas Airways (88%) or Etihad Airways (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Wellington to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $646, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $56. The most popular route (Wellington - Christchurch), is priced around $63.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Wellington 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Christchurch

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington 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 July 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$49Average$96FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$89Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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