Can I fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland?

Yes, direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland are widely available. Historically, approximately 88.1% of flights on this route have been direct. For travelers who opt for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers has been one across the trailing 90 days. This indicates that direct options are the predominant choice for this route.

How long does it take to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

A direct flight from Christchurch to Auckland typically takes 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 746 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time extends to 5 hours and 50 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of choosing a direct route for this journey. The median direct flight duration is 80 minutes.

How often do Christchurch to Auckland flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Christchurch to Auckland route have shown frequent drops. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. The frequent price fluctuations observed across the trailing 30 days suggest that monitoring prices can be beneficial for securing a good deal.

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CHC - Auckland
79% AI deal score
NZ$316
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Christchurch to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Auckland

The journey from Christchurch to Auckland covers a distance of 746 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This route is well-served, with new deals appearing almost daily, making it convenient to find cheap flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

Right now, fares for flights from Christchurch to Auckland typically range from $87 to $197, with a median price of $127. Currently, prices are above the typical level for this route. About 12% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating opportunities for savings if you are flexible.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Auckland, November stands out with a median fare of just $42. Other cost-effective months include October, with a median fare of $68, and January, where the median fare is $70. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

For this route, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with 88.1% of recent fares being direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland. When connections are necessary, most itineraries involve one stopover.

A typical journey from Christchurch to Auckland has a median flight time of 1h 20m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the duration is also approximately 1h 20m, while connecting flights typically take around 6h 15m.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Auckland

Regular price: NZ$216 - NZ$348

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

The regular price range for flights from Christchurch to Auckland is NZD216 to NZD348. The current lowest deal is NZD138 for travel from Sep 5-Sep 10, found on Kayak.

now NZ$138

Low NZ$216

High NZ$348

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland is January, with a median price of $70. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $168. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$70

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$168

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Auckland

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$311

NZ$149

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$345

NZ$149

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$343

NZ$152

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

NZ$343

NZ$157

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$321

NZ$140

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$340

NZ$140

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

NZ$333 → NZ$139

58%

1 night

Sep 7 - Sep 8

NZ$328 → NZ$141

57%

3 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 12

NZ$322 → NZ$139

57%

2 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 14

NZ$322 → NZ$139

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Christchurch - Auckland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Auckland are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the lowest prices

Historically, November, October, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

88.1% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is one airline that provides direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Auckland are frequently available.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International is a convenient option for flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$135

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is ideal for direct access to Auckland, a major New Zealand city.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$135

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Hamilton (HLZ)

Cheapest

Hamilton (HLZ) is a premier alternative for Auckland due to its proximity and superior road links.

📍 ~120 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$125

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

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Best Elite deals to Auckland

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From CHC

Elite

Jan 14

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,227

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 15

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,227

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 28

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,227

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 26

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,227

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 29

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,227

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 25

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,249

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 25

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$2,249

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 31

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$3,025

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Feb 05

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$3,025

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 27

Auckland, New Zealand

47% AI deal score

$3,025

Emirates Airlines

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 29

Auckland, New Zealand

46% AI deal score

$2,247

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 15

Auckland, New Zealand

46% AI deal score

$2,247

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

Historically, booking flights from Christchurch to Auckland 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $129. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure have an average price of $207. Across the trailing quarter, prices for bookings made 28-59 days out averaged $144, while those made 7-13 days out averaged $148.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Auckland is considered to be $87 or less. The median price for this route across the same period was $127. Fares around $197 or higher are typically in the more expensive range. Aiming for prices at or below $87 can help secure a cost-effective journey.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland, with a median price of $42. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $68. While January appears on the list of cheapest months with a median of $70, it was also the most expensive month overall in the trailing 270 days, indicating significant price fluctuations within that month. The annual median price for this route is $127.

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Christchurch to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Auckland

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Auckland

Regular price: NZ$216 - NZ$348

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

The regular price range for flights from Christchurch to Auckland is NZD216 to NZD348. The current lowest deal is NZD138 for travel from Sep 5-Sep 10, found on Kayak.

now NZ$138

Low NZ$216

High NZ$348

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$70

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$168

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Auckland

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$311

NZ$149

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$345

NZ$149

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$343

NZ$152

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

NZ$343

NZ$157

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$321

NZ$140

One-way

Wed, Sep 2

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Auckland

Christchurch (CHC) - Auckland (AKL)

Jetstar

NZ$340

NZ$140

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 3 - Sep 7

NZ$333 → NZ$139

58%

1 night

Sep 7 - Sep 8

NZ$328 → NZ$141

57%

3 nights

Sep 9 - Sep 12

NZ$322 → NZ$139

57%

2 nights

Sep 12 - Sep 14

NZ$322 → NZ$139

57%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Christchurch - Auckland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Auckland are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the lowest prices

Historically, November, October, and January offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The median flight duration for a direct flight is 1 hour 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

88.1% of flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with a median of 1 stopover for connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Jetstar offers direct flights

Jetstar is one airline that provides direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Auckland are frequently available.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

Christchurch International is a convenient option for flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$135

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Auckland (AKL)

Cheapest

Auckland Airport is ideal for direct access to Auckland, a major New Zealand city.

📍 ~18 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$135

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Hamilton (HLZ)

Cheapest

Hamilton (HLZ) is a premier alternative for Auckland due to its proximity and superior road links.

📍 ~120 km from Auckland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$125

Auckland, New Zealand

46% AI deal score

$2,247

Emirates Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Auckland

Today’s best flight deals from Christchurch to Auckland

Christchurch to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Auckland

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Auckland

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Auckland

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Christchurch - Auckland route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

88.1% of flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

Best Elite deals to Auckland

Jan 14

Jan 15

Jan 28

Jan 26

Jan 29

Oct 25

Oct 25

Jan 31

Feb 05

Oct 27

Jan 29

Jan 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

How early should I book Christchurch to Auckland flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Christchurch to Auckland?

What's the best month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

Can I fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland?

How long does it take to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

How often do Christchurch to Auckland flight prices drop?

Related routes

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Flights to Auckland from other cities

Christchurch to Auckland: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Auckland

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Auckland

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Auckland

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Auckland

Christchurch - Auckland route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in November for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

88.1% of flights are direct

Jetstar offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Auckland main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Auckland used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Auckland

Best Elite deals to Auckland

Jan 14

Jan 15

Jan 28

Jan 26

Jan 29

Oct 25

Oct 25

Jan 31

Feb 05

Oct 27

Jan 29

Jan 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Auckland

How early should I book Christchurch to Auckland flights to get the cheapest price?

What's a cheap fare from Christchurch to Auckland?

What's the best month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?