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July 28 - July 29

Cheapest

CHC - Wellington

$96

$65

Round trip

July 23 - July 29

CHC - Wellington

$93

$66

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July 16 - July 20

CHC - Wellington

$99

$75

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August 10 - August 12

Best

CHC - Wellington

$117

$75

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July 24 - July 29

CHC - Wellington

$95

$76

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July 23 - July 26

CHC - Wellington

$96

$76

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July 11 - July 20

Earliest

CHC - Wellington

$95

$76

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July 29 - July 31

CHC - Wellington

$96

$76

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July 21 - July 23

CHC - Wellington

$96

$76

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July 18 - July 21

CHC - Wellington

$99

$76

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to Wellington

The journey from Christchurch to Wellington covers a distance of 304 km, classifying it as a short-haul route. This makes it a convenient option for quick travel between the two cities.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Christchurch to Wellington, fares typically range from $75–$223, with a median price of $140. Right now, current fares are above the typical level, and about 9% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Wellington? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $67. Following closely are January and February, with median fares of $69 and $70 respectively, making the early part of the year also a good time to consider for lower prices.

Regarding direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington, 76.4% of recent itineraries are non-stop, meaning almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, a typical journey involves one stopover.

How long is the flight from Christchurch to Wellington? A typical journey, including any connections, takes approximately 1h 55m. This relatively short duration makes the route efficient for both business and leisure travelers.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Wellington

Regular price: $77 - $202

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

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to Wellington typically range from $77 to $202. The current lowest deal is $65 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 29.

now $65

Low $77

High $202

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Wellington

For flights from Christchurch to Wellington, September is the cheapest month, with a median price of $67. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $185. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $67

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Most Expensive

Flights from $185

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Direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Wellington

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$131

$93

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$132

$94

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$133

$94

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$122

$94

One-way

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$135

$99

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Wellington

Christchurch (CHC) - Wellington (WLG)

Jetstar

$130

$93

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 8 - Sep 10

$125 → $76

39%

7 nights

Sep 10 - Sep 17

$121 → $76

37%

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$117 → $75

36%

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

$124 → $82

34%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Wellington

Christchurch - Wellington route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares for Christchurch to Wellington are above the typical level at $65.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Wellington, with a median price of $67.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 55m

The median flight time for direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington is 1h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar offers direct flights on the Christchurch to Wellington route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar has direct deals

Jetstar has 1 direct deal available for flights from Christchurch to Wellington.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Wellington are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Wellington.

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

💸 Flights from ~$65

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

Wellington International Airport is a convenient arrival point for those traveling to Wellington.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$58

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Palmerston North (PMR)

Palmerston North is a robust alternative for Wellington travelers due to its road accessibility and consistent regional service.

📍 ~100 km from Wellington (reachable by car or rail).

💸 Flights from ~$137

Kapiti Coast (PPQ)

Kapiti Coast offers the best proximity for domestic needs, especially for northern Wellington suburbs.

📍 ~50 km from Wellington (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$368

Whanganui Airport (WAG)

Whanganui Airport is an alternative for regional domestic travel if Palmerston North is unavailable.

📍 ~180 km from Wellington (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$284

Nelson (NSN)

Cheapest

Nelson is a major regional airport with good connectivity, primarily useful if heading further south.

📍 ~130 km from Wellington (requires crossing the Cook Strait).

💸 Flights from ~$118

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Wellington, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$3,395

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

Historically, booking at least 60 days in advance typically yields the lowest prices for flights from Christchurch to Wellington. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure had an average price of $257. In contrast, flights booked 60+ days out averaged $133, representing a significant saving. Booking 28-59 days in advance also offered a good average price of $145.

In the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Wellington was considered to be $75 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $140. Prices around $223 were observed at the 75th percentile, indicating higher costs. Travelers aiming for the best value should target prices at or below the $75 threshold.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Wellington, with a median price of $67. January and February also offered competitive prices, with median fares of $69 and $70 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $140, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average. Travelers looking for lower fares should consider these months.

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to Wellington

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Wellington

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Wellington

Direct flights from Christchurch to Wellington

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Wellington

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Wellington

Christchurch - Wellington route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

September is historically the cheapest month

Direct flights take 1h 55m

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar has direct deals

Deals are frequent on this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Wellington main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Wellington used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Wellington

Best Elite deals to Wellington

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Wellington

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