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August 14 - August 19

Cheapest

Best

DUD - Christchurch

$126

$116

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July 16 - July 19

DUD - Christchurch

$113

$117

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July 16 - July 25

DUD - Christchurch

$107

$117

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July 6 - July 16

Earliest

DUD - Christchurch

$107

$118

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October 21 - October 31

DUD - Christchurch

$121

$118

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July 21 - August 7

DUD - Christchurch

$102

$120

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August 3 - August 7

DUD - Christchurch

$130

$120

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July 29 - August 7

DUD - Christchurch

$105

$120

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July 21 - August 1

DUD - Christchurch

$101

$120

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July 28 - August 7

DUD - Christchurch

$103

$121

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Insights for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

A typical journey from Dunedin to Christchurch takes about 2h 15m, including connections. This route covers a distance of 328 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. Given that a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once, this median journey time reflects the common travel experience for this short distance.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dunedin to Christchurch, fares typically range from $64–$292, with a median of $193. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. It is worth noting that new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch? The data indicates that February and December are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $62. Following closely, October also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $63. These months present the best opportunities for lower-cost travel on this route.

Regarding direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch, 53.7% of recent fares are non-stop. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. This means that while direct options are readily available, you will also find a significant portion of flights that involve a single stop.

How much is a round trip from Dunedin to Christchurch

Regular price: $106 - $338

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

The regular price range for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch is between $106 and $338. The current lowest deal is $116 with Air New Zealand for travel from Aug 14-Aug 19.

now $116

Low $106

High $338

The cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch

The cheapest month to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch is February, with a median price of 62 USD. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of 264 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $62

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $264

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Direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Dunedin to Christchurch

Wed, Jun 24

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$141

$245

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$138

$269

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$137

$201

One-way

Sat, Jun 27

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$136

$216

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$117

$193

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

DUD - Christchurch

Dunedin (DUD) - Christchurch (CHC)

Air New Zealand

$107

$118

One-way

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

5 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 19

$126 → $116

4 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 7

$130 → $120

3 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 6

$130 → $122

5 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 6

$127 → $121

Popular Airports to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch

Dunedin - Christchurch route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Dunedin to Christchurch are above the typical level at a median of $193.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch, with a median price of $62.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 15m

The median flight time for direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch is 2 hours and 15 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand offers direct flights on the Dunedin to Christchurch route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand has a deal for $116

Air New Zealand has a recent deal from Dunedin to Christchurch for $116, departing August 14.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

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

Dunedin main airports to depart from

Dunedin (DUD)

Cheapest

Dunedin Airport is a convenient choice for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch.

📍 ~25 km from Dunedin (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$116

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is the primary gateway for flights arriving in Christchurch from Dunedin.

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

💸 Flights from ~$116

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Timaru (TIU)

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

📍 ~135 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$295

Queenstown (ZQN)

Cheapest

Queenstown Airport is a major tourist hub with high flight frequency, useful during Christchurch disruptions.

📍 ~360 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$224

Woodbourne (BHE)

Woodbourne Airport is an accessible alternative for travelers heading towards the North Island.

📍 ~270 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$271

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson Airport offers good connectivity and reliable service levels for domestic transfers.

📍 ~320 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$230

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Christchurch, New Zealand

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Christchurch, New Zealand

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$3,202

$2,302

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch has been 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $179. Buying 7-13 days out also offered a good average price of $184. Prices typically increase for bookings made closer to the departure date, with flights purchased 0-6 days beforehand averaging around $239. Similarly, tickets bought 28-59 days out also averaged $239.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dunedin to Christchurch was considered to be $64. The median price for this route was $193. For travelers seeking more budget-friendly options, 25% of tickets were available at or below $64. Conversely, 75% of tickets were priced at $292 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch have been February and December, both with a median price of $62. October also offered a competitive median price of $63. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $193 for this route. Travelers looking for the most economical options should consider these months.

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Insights for flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

How much is a round trip from Dunedin to Christchurch

The cheapest time to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch

Direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

Last-minute flights going from Dunedin to Christchurch

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

Popular Airports to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch

Dunedin - Christchurch route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

February is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights take 2h 15m

Air New Zealand offers direct flights

Air New Zealand has a deal for $116

Deals are frequent on this route

Dunedin main airports to depart from

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Christchurch

Best Elite deals to Christchurch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

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