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Cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch from C$ 46

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
27 Apr — 4 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) 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 22 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 91

One-way from

C$ 46

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 224
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 22/5-27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 45 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 April 2025.

Thu 22/57:50 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Tue 27/56:15 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 22/4C$ 91
Fri 4/76:00 a.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Fri 4/79:00 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 22/4C$ 162

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Auckland 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 April 2025.
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Christchurch

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Depart

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 22/5

7:50 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 27/5

6:15 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 91

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 4/7

6:00 a.m.-7:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Fri 4/7

9:00 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 162

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 1/6

2:30 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 46

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Tue 15/7

6:30 a.m.-4:05 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 265

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Deals found on 22/4

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 51 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland 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 22 April 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Auckland to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Auckland to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Auckland 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 22 April 2025.

The most flights from AKL to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (97 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (62 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 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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 22 April 2025.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
437 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
469 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Apr 2025

IAH - MSP

wish I didn't have to pay for wifi as I could not redeem my miles from my phone to pay for drinks

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Auckland, then you need to book flights from Auckland Intl to Christchurch. There are 82 flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Auckland Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Auckland to Christchurch typically takes.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Christchurch flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 21 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 Auckland to Christchurch round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar (C$ 91), and Air New Zealand (C$ 162) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Christchurch. Users have found that Jetstar is 49% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Consider United Airlines (95%), ANA (95%) or South African (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland 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.

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Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Auckland 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 April 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapestC$ 100AverageC$ 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 131AverageC$ 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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