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July 22 - August 3

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CHC - New Plymouth

$93

$147

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July 28 - August 3

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CHC - New Plymouth

$99

$147

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July 25 - August 3

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CHC - New Plymouth

$97

$147

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July 23 - August 3

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CHC - New Plymouth

$94

$147

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July 30 - August 3

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CHC - New Plymouth

$102

$147

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July 23 - July 27

Best

CHC - New Plymouth

$102

$148

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July 22 - August 4

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CHC - New Plymouth

$93

$148

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July 22 - July 27

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CHC - New Plymouth

$101

$148

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July 22 - July 29

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CHC - New Plymouth

$99

$148

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July 25 - July 27

Best

CHC - New Plymouth

$102

$148

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth cover a distance of 517 km, classifying this as a short-haul route. A typical journey between these cities takes approximately 1h 30m, including any connections. This makes it a convenient option for quick travel within the region.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth, fares typically range from $107–$173, with a median price of $145. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth? The most affordable months to fly are December and January, both with a median fare of just $92. October also presents a good value, with a median fare of $121.

Regarding connections, almost all itineraries are non-stop on this route, with 75.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth. For the remaining itineraries that do include a stop, they typically involve one connection.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Regular price: $79 - $211

Prices for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth typically range from 79 USD to 211 USD. The current lowest deal is 147 USD with Air New Zealand, for travel from July 28 to August 3.

now $147

Low $79

High $211

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth is January, with a median price of $92. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $161. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

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Flights from $92

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Flights from $161

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Direct flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$224

$355

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$110

$384

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$93

$147

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$93

$148

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$101

$148

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - New Plymouth

Christchurch (CHC) - New Plymouth (NPL)

Air New Zealand

$99

$148

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

7 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 14

$134 → $149

12%

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Sep 15 - Sep 22

$133 → $149

12%

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Oct 31 - Nov 3

$131 → $149

14%

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Oct 29 - Nov 3

$129 → $149

15%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Christchurch - New Plymouth route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent roundtrip fares from Christchurch to New Plymouth averaged $147.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Historically, December and January offer the lowest median prices at $92.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 30m

The typical direct flight duration from Christchurch to New Plymouth is 1 hour 30 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand provides direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand is a key carrier

Air New Zealand has historically offered direct flights for this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth appear frequently.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a good option for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$147

New Plymouth main airports to arrive at

New Plymouth (NPL)

Cheapest

New Plymouth Airport is ideal for direct access to New Plymouth and the Taranaki region.

📍 ~10 km from New Plymouth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$147

Airports nearby New Plymouth used as alternative

Hamilton (HLZ)

Hamilton Airport is a larger regional hub with more frequent connections to major New Zealand cities.

📍 ~175 km from New Plymouth (approximately a 3-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$74

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North Airport is a significant regional airport with high reliability and multiple daily services.

📍 ~190 km from New Plymouth (nearly a 3-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is the primary international gateway, offering extensive direct flights not served by regional airports.

📍 ~275 km from New Plymouth (over 4 hours drive or separate domestic flight)

💸 Flights from ~$69

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport is geographically the closest alternative, though with a very limited flight schedule.

📍 ~100 km from New Plymouth

💸 Flights from ~$283

Rotorua Regional (ROT)

Rotorua Regional Airport serves as an alternative regional hub in the central North Island.

📍 ~250 km from New Plymouth (significant drive through varied terrain)

💸 Flights from ~$145

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Plymouth

Historically, the best prices for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth are found when booking between 28 and 59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is around $135. Booking 7-13 days out typically sees an average price of $214, while booking 0-6 days before departure can result in an average price of $234. Planning ahead can lead to significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to New Plymouth is considered to be $107 or less. The median price for this route was $145. Prices generally range, with 75% of deals observed being $173 or less. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $107 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth are December and January, both with a median price of $92. October also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $121. The annual median price for this route is $145, indicating that December and January are particularly favorable for budget-conscious travelers.

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to New Plymouth

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Direct flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to New Plymouth

Christchurch - New Plymouth route insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Fly in December or January for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 30m

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand is a key carrier

Deals are frequent for this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

New Plymouth main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby New Plymouth used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New Plymouth

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New Plymouth

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