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July 22 - July 30

Cheapest

Best

WLG - Christchurch

$94

$66

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July 19 - July 22

WLG - Christchurch

$102

$75

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August 4 - August 17

WLG - Christchurch

$99

$75

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August 5 - August 17

WLG - Christchurch

$99

$75

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August 6 - August 13

Best

WLG - Christchurch

$110

$75

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July 16 - July 21

Earliest

WLG - Christchurch

$101

$76

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July 16 - July 28

Earliest

WLG - Christchurch

$93

$76

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July 22 - July 26

WLG - Christchurch

$99

$76

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July 18 - July 28

WLG - Christchurch

$95

$76

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July 20 - July 27

WLG - Christchurch

$96

$76

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Insights for flights from Wellington to Christchurch

For cheap flights from Wellington to Christchurch, fares typically range from $69–$213, with a median of $129. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 21% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that competitive offers are available for this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Christchurch, December stands out with a median fare of just $50. Following closely, both August and September offer attractive median fares of $69. These months present the most budget-friendly options for this route.

A typical journey from Wellington to Christchurch takes approximately 1h 40m, including any connections. This is a short-haul route, covering a distance of 304 km. Given the short distance, direct flights are common and efficient for this travel corridor.

For flights from Wellington to Christchurch, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights accounting for 81.4% of recent fares. This high percentage means you are very likely to find direct flights from Wellington to Christchurch, making for a more convenient and quicker journey. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1.

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Christchurch

Regular price: $79 - $215

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

The regular price range for flights from Wellington to Christchurch is typically between $79 and $215. The current lowest deal is $66 with Jetstar, for travel from Jul 22-Jul 30.

now $66

Low $79

High $215

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Christchurch

The cheapest month to fly from WLG to CHC is December, with a median price of $50. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $177. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $50

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $177

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Direct flights from Wellington to Christchurch

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Christchurch

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$128

$99

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$130

$94

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$139

$94

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$140

$94

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$141

$105

One-way

Tue, Jun 23

⌛ Last-Minute

WLG - Christchurch

Wellington (WLG) - Christchurch (CHC)

Jetstar

$139

$94

One-way

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

3 nights

Dec 18 - Dec 21

$154 → $93

40%

11 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 25

$152 → $94

38%

3 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 13

$151 → $94

38%

3 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 6

$150 → $94

37%

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Christchurch

Wellington - Christchurch route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Wellington to Christchurch are above the typical level of $129.

📅 Best time to fly

December is historically cheapest at $50

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with median prices around $50.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 1h 40m

Direct flights from Wellington to Christchurch typically take 1 hour and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

81% of deals are direct flights

Most deals for this route, 81.4%, are for direct flights, with frequent availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is an airline that offers direct flights on the Wellington to Christchurch route.

🎯 Booking tip

Good prices are available 21% of the time

Historically, good prices for this route are available 21% of the time.

Wellington main airports to depart from

Wellington International (WLG)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$66

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International Airport is the primary gateway to Christchurch and the Canterbury region.

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

💸 Flights from ~$57

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Timaru (TIU)

Timaru Airport can be a useful alternative, especially if you prefer a closer geographic option to Christchurch.

📍 ~135 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$134

Dunedin (DUD)

Dunedin Airport offers more frequent services and better infrastructure as a significant regional hub.

📍 ~360 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Queenstown (ZQN)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~365 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$75

Woodbourne (BHE)

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

📍 ~270 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Nelson (NSN)

Nelson Airport is a busy regional airport with good connectivity for domestic transfers.

📍 ~295 km from Christchurch (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$81

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Christchurch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

Historically, booking flights from Wellington to Christchurch 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $98. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 14-27 days out have an average price of $143, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $283. Planning ahead by at least two months can result in significant savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Wellington to Christchurch is considered to be $69 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $129. While 75% of prices fell below $213, securing a fare at or below $69 represents a particularly economical option for travelers.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Wellington to Christchurch are December, August, and September. December has shown a median price of $50, while both August and September have a median price of $69. The annual median price for this route is $129, indicating that these months offer considerably lower fares compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Wellington to Christchurch

How much is a round trip from Wellington to Christchurch

The cheapest time to fly from Wellington to Christchurch

Direct flights from Wellington to Christchurch

Last-minute flights going from Wellington to Christchurch

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

Popular Airports to fly from Wellington to Christchurch

Wellington - Christchurch route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

December is historically cheapest at $50

Direct flights average 1h 40m

81% of deals are direct flights

Jetstar offers direct flights

Good prices are available 21% of the time

Wellington main airports to depart from

Christchurch main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Christchurch used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Christchurch

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Christchurch

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