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November 4 - November 11

Cheapest

CHC - Tokyo

$835

$723

Round trip

July 29 - August 26

CHC - Tokyo

$900

$725

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July 27 - August 26

Earliest

CHC - Tokyo

$899

$731

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October 9 - October 21

Best

CHC - Tokyo

$1,040

$744

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September 4 - September 9

CHC - Tokyo

$988

$759

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November 18 - November 23

CHC - Tokyo

$846

$760

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October 9 - October 24

Best

CHC - Tokyo

$1,046

$765

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August 3 - August 26

CHC - Tokyo

$931

$777

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November 6 - November 28

CHC - Tokyo

$854

$778

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September 7 - September 28

CHC - Tokyo

$961

$782

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Flights from Christchurch to Tokyo cover a substantial distance of 9393 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you should anticipate a significant travel duration, often involving multiple connections to reach your destination.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Christchurch to Tokyo, fares typically range from $909–$1491, with a median of $1211. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, so setting a price alert can be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo, the data indicates that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $706. April also presents lower prices, with a median of $723, followed by October at a median of $844.

Regarding direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 0.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

A typical journey from Christchurch to Tokyo takes approximately 33h 45m, including connections. This median duration accounts for the prevalence of connecting flights on this long-haul route, reflecting the time spent in transit and during layovers.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Tokyo

Regular price: $759 - $1,571

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

The regular price range for this route is between $759 and $1571. The current lowest deal is $723 with Jetstar. This deal is for travel from November 4 to November 11, 2026.

now $723

Low $759

High $1,571

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo is May, with a median price of $706. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1706. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

May

Cheapest

Flights from $706

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,706

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Direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Tokyo

Fri, Jul 17

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

$903

$868

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

$924

$862

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

$932

$839

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

$899

$731

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

$900

$725

One-way

Sun, Aug 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (HND)

QantasLink

$1,048

$1,058

One-way

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

12 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 21

$1,040 → $744

28%

15 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 24

$1,046 → $765

27%

8 nights

Oct 20 - Oct 28

$1,037 → $785

24%

17 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 26

$1,045 → $809

23%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Christchurch to Tokyo are above the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the best prices.

Historically, May is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $706.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically long-haul.

The typical flight duration from Christchurch to Tokyo is 33h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with 2 median stopovers when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand is one airline that historically offers direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo are frequent, with 1.03 deals per day.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo.

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

💸 Flights from ~$723

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Narita International (NRT)

Cheapest

Narita International Airport is a good option for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo.

📍 ~60 km from Tokyo (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$723

Haneda (HND)

Haneda Airport is a convenient choice for travelers flying from Christchurch to Tokyo.

📍 ~15 km from Tokyo (reachable by train or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$825

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a useful alternative arrival airport, specifically designed as a low-cost option for the Kanto region.

📍 ~75 km from Tokyo (reachable by bus)

💸 Flights from ~$1001

Shizuoka (FSZ)

Shizuoka is a good alternative for travelers located in western Tokyo or Kanagawa, offering a mix of domestic and some regional international flights.

📍 ~150 km from Tokyo (reachable by bus and train)

💸 Flights from ~$1241

Sendai (SDJ)

Sendai is a major regional hub with high reliability and many domestic connections, directly connected to Tokyo via the Tohoku Shinkansen.

📍 ~290 km from Tokyo (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$914

Chubu Centrair International (NGO)

Cheapest

Chubu Centrair International is a major international gateway with extensive flight options and highly reliable infrastructure.

📍 ~270 km from Tokyo (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$906

Fukushima (FKS)

Fukushima is a relatively close alternative, accessible via the Tohoku Shinkansen corridor, but with a very limited flight schedule.

📍 ~190 km from Tokyo (reachable by train)

💸 Flights from ~$1120

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

77% AI deal score

$3,371

From CHC

Elite

Oct 19

Tokyo, Japan

77% AI deal score

$3,383

From CHC

Tokyo, Japan

76% AI deal score

$2,385

From CHC

Tokyo, Japan

76% AI deal score

$2,385

From CHC

Elite

Nov 23

Tokyo, Japan

76% AI deal score

$2,385

From CHC

Elite

Nov 23

Tokyo, Japan

76% AI deal score

Tokyo, Japan

75% AI deal score

$2,486

$2,466

Save $20

From CHC

Elite

Nov 10

Tokyo, Japan

75% AI deal score

$2,466

From CHC

Elite

Dec 01

Tokyo, Japan

75% AI deal score

Tokyo, Japan

49% AI deal score

$7,320

From CHC

Elite

Nov 16

Tokyo, Japan

49% AI deal score

$7,320

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $807. Prices tend to be higher for last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $1105. Conversely, booking more than 60 days in advance also shows a higher average price of $1494 across the trailing quarter.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Tokyo is considered to be $909 or less. The median price for this route was $1211. Prices can range, with 75% of observed fares being $1491 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify competitive deals based on historical pricing trends.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo, with a median price of $706. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $723. The annual median price for this route is $1211, indicating that these months provide significant savings. October, while not the cheapest, still offers a median price of $844, which is below the annual average.

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