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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

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Today’s best flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Christchurch to Queenstown

August 17 - August 20

Cheapest
Best

CHC - Queenstown

$166

$114

Round trip

August 1 - August 3

CHC - Queenstown

$166

$117

Round trip

August 18 - August 25

CHC - Queenstown

$160

$117

Round trip

October 12 - October 14

CHC - Queenstown

$128

$117

Round trip

June 29 - June 30

Earliest

CHC - Queenstown

$140

$119

Round trip

September 8 - September 15

CHC - Queenstown

$144

$119

Round trip

August 4 - August 6

CHC - Queenstown

$166

$120

Round trip

August 3 - August 6

CHC - Queenstown

$165

$120

Round trip

July 19 - July 29

CHC - Queenstown

$113

$120

Round trip

July 19 - August 6

CHC - Queenstown

$107

$120

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

For cheap flights from Christchurch to Queenstown, the most affordable times to fly are typically July, August, and November, all showing a median fare of just $63. This makes these months significantly cheaper than the overall median for the route.
Fares for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown typically range from $63–$187, with a median of $117. Right now, current fares are near the typical level for this route. Approximately 13% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals appear regularly.
When flying from Christchurch to Queenstown, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights making up 73.7% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.
A typical journey from Christchurch to Queenstown takes about 1h 15m, including any connections. This relatively short duration reflects the proximity of the two cities and the prevalence of direct flight options, making it a quick trip for most travelers.
The route between Christchurch and Queenstown covers a distance of 346 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This short distance contributes to the quick flight times and frequent direct service available.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Queenstown

Regular price: $121 - $222

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

The regular price range for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown is between $121 and $222. The current lowest deal is $114 with Air New Zealand, for travel from Aug 17 to Aug 20.

now $114

Low $121

High $222

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown

The cheapest month to fly from CHC to ZQN is July, with a median price of $63. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $280. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

July

Cheapest

Flights from $63

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $280

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Direct flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

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Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Queenstown

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Jetstar

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Jetstar

$246

$221

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Jetstar

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Jetstar

$239

$212

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Jetstar

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Jetstar

$234

$216

One-way

Mon, Jun 29

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Air New Zealand

$140

$119

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Air New Zealand

$119

$127

One-way

Sat, Jul 18

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Queenstown

Air New Zealand

Christchurch (CHC) - Queenstown (ZQN)

Air New Zealand

$107

$121

One-way

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

6 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 11

$252  →  $184

27%

2 nights

Sep 13 - Sep 15

$260  →  $199

24%

2 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 12

$267  →  $211

21%

3 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 13

$267  →  $211

21%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown

Christchurch - Queenstown route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Queenstown are near the typical level, with a median price of $117.

📅 Best time to fly

Cheapest months: July, August, November

Historically, the cheapest months to fly are July, August, and November, with median prices around $63.

⏱️ Flight duration

Short 1h 15m direct flights

The typical direct flight from Christchurch to Queenstown is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Frequent direct flights available

Direct flights are dominant on this route, with deals appearing frequently, more than once a day.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand is a key airline providing direct flights on the Christchurch to Queenstown route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available

Historically, 13% of deals for this route are considered good prices, starting from $63.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$114

Queenstown main airports to arrive at

Queenstown (ZQN)

Cheapest

Queenstown Airport is ideal for direct access to Queenstown and the surrounding Otago region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$114

Airports nearby Queenstown used as alternative

Dunedin (DUD)

Cheapest

Dunedin Airport can be a useful alternative, offering consistent domestic connections and reliable road access.

📍 ~190 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Invercargill (IVC)

Invercargill Airport is a practical alternative with direct road links and reliable regional service for domestic connections.

📍 ~170 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$133

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport is an alternative for travelers heading towards the Canterbury region, geographically closer than Christchurch.

📍 ~240 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Hokitika (HKK)

Hokitika Airport is an alternative for those traveling via the West Coast, despite challenging mountain passes.

📍 ~300 km from Queenstown (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$117

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Queenstown

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Best Elite deals to Queenstown

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From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,831

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,831

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,831

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Oct 27

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,834

From CHC

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Oct 27

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,834

From CHC

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Oct 27

Queenstown, New Zealand

33% AI deal score

$2,834

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Sep 05

Queenstown, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$2,319

From CHC

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Sep 05

Queenstown, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$2,321

From CHC

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Sep 09

Queenstown, New Zealand

32% AI deal score

$2,350

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Aug 29

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,318

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,578

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,578

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,578

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,580

From CHC

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Nov 10

Queenstown, New Zealand

31% AI deal score

$2,580

From CHC

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Aug 29

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,317

From CHC

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Dec 02

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Dec 08

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Dec 02

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Dec 03

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,437

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Dec 03

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,437

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Oct 24

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,438

From CHC

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Dec 03

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,438

From CHC

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Dec 03

Queenstown, New Zealand

30% AI deal score

$2,438

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Nov 23

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Nov 30

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Nov 26

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

From CHC

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Nov 30

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

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Nov 23

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

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Nov 26

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,437

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Oct 22

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

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Oct 24

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

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Oct 22

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

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Nov 30

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

From CHC

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Nov 30

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

From CHC

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Nov 26

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

From CHC

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Nov 23

Queenstown, New Zealand

29% AI deal score

$2,438

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Queenstown

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown are found when booking 60+ days in advance, with an average price of $94. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For example, flights booked 7-13 days out typically average $198, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $246. Planning ahead can result in significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown was considered to be $63 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $117. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares historically falling below $187. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target prices around the $63 mark.

Historically, July, August, and November have been the cheapest months to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown, with a median price of $63 in each of these months. The annual median price for this route is $117. While specific deals vary, these months typically offer more favorable pricing for travelers.

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