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July 21 - July 31

Cheapest

Earliest

AKL - Christchurch

$106

$69

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August 5 - August 20

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$110

$69

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August 20 - August 28

Cheapest

Best

AKL - Christchurch

$122

$69

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August 17 - August 29

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$116

$69

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August 18 - August 29

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$117

$69

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August 12 - August 26

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$115

$69

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August 20 - August 24

Cheapest

Best

AKL - Christchurch

$132

$69

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August 3 - August 17

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$111

$69

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August 1 - August 31

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$108

$69

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August 15 - August 29

Cheapest

AKL - Christchurch

$115

$69

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Insights for flights from Auckland to Christchurch

Almost all itineraries for flights from Auckland to Christchurch are non-stop, with 83.6% of recent fares being direct. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, a typical journey involves 1 stopover.

A typical journey from Auckland to Christchurch takes approximately 2h 50m, including any connections. This route covers a distance of 746 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Christchurch? The data indicates that December and April are the most affordable months, both with median fares of $68. March also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $69.

For those seeking cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch, fares typically range from $94–$204, with a median price of $131. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find value.

How much is a round trip from Auckland to Christchurch

Regular price: $84 - $219

Prices for flights from Auckland to Christchurch are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is typically between 84 USD and 219 USD. The current lowest deal is 69 USD with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 21-Jul 31.

now $69

Low $84

High $219

The cheapest time to fly from Auckland to Christchurch

The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch is April, with a median price of $68. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $168. Prices are generally lower from March to December.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $68

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $168

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Direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Auckland to Christchurch

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$160

$82

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$160

$82

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$106

$69

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$115

$70

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$114

$70

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

AKL - Christchurch

Auckland (AKL) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$109

$70

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Auckland to Christchurch

2 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 24

$160 → $82

49%

3 nights

Jun 22 - Jun 25

$160 → $82

49%

4 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 6

$145 → $70

52%

8 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 9

$144 → $70

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Auckland to Christchurch

Auckland - Christchurch route insights

💸 Price insights

Current fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Auckland to Christchurch are above the typical level, with a median price of $131.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch, with a median price of $68.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 50m

A direct flight from Auckland to Christchurch typically takes 2 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

83.6% of deals are direct

Most deals for this route are direct, with frequent availability of deals (1.03 deals per day).

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in advance for better prices

Booking in advance may help secure better prices for your flight from Auckland to Christchurch.

Auckland main airports to depart from

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport (AKL) is a good choice for flights from Auckland to Christchurch.

📍 ~25 km from Auckland city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a convenient arrival point for Christchurch and the surrounding Canterbury region.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport can be a useful alternative due to its close geographic proximity to Christchurch.

📍 ~160 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport is a significant regional hub with more frequent services to major New Zealand cities.

📍 ~320 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$93

Queenstown (ZQN)

Cheapest

Queenstown Airport is a major tourist hub with high flight frequency and international capacity.

📍 ~350 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$84

Woodbourne (BHE)

Woodbourne Airport is accessible via the main northern road corridor and useful for travelers heading north.

📍 ~270 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson Airport is one of the busiest regional airports in New Zealand with good connectivity.

📍 ~300 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$137

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Christchurch

Christchurch, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$16,887

From AKL

Elite

Nov 10

Christchurch, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$17,044

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

Historically, booking flights from Auckland to Christchurch 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $163. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 14-27 days out have an average price of $165, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $213. Across the trailing quarter, the optimal booking window for the best prices on this route is generally more than two months prior to travel.

A flight from Auckland to Christchurch is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $94. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of prices observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route across the trailing quarter was $131, with 75% of prices falling below $204. Therefore, securing a fare at $94 or less indicates a particularly favorable price.

Historically, December and April have offered the cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch, both with a median price of $68. March also historically shows competitive pricing, with a median of $69. These months are significantly cheaper than the annual median price of $131 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these periods based on historical trends over the trailing 270 days.

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