Are direct flights from Christchurch to Manila always the best option?

Direct flights are often convenient, saving travel time and reducing the chance of missed connections. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more economical. It's often worth comparing both direct and connecting flight prices to find the best balance for your trip.

Can flexible travel dates help on Christchurch to Manila flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Mid-week travel or flying during off-peak seasons may offer more affordable fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes lead to considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Christchurch to Manila flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Being aware of these additional fees can help you budget accurately for your trip.

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2026-11-05 – 2026-12-03
CHC - Manila
84% AI deal score
NZ$1,363
NZ$1,204
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NZ$1,382
NZ$1,233
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NZ$1,239
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CHC - Manila
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NZ$1,376
NZ$1,259
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NZ$1,370
NZ$1,275
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NZ$1,421
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CHC - Manila
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Christchurch to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Manila

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Christchurch to Manila, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $454. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $540, while December presents a median fare of $732.

Fares for flights from Christchurch to Manila typically range from $862–$1252, with a median of $1060. Right now, current fares are above the typical level. Approximately 9% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, and new deals appear almost daily.

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Christchurch to Manila. The majority of connecting itineraries involve 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Christchurch to Manila, including connections, takes approximately 21h 55m. This duration reflects the common need for multiple stops on this long-haul route.

The distance between Christchurch and Manila is 8301 km, classifying this as a long-haul international flight.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Manila

Regular price: NZ$1,296 - NZ$1,767

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

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to Manila typically range from NZD 1296 to NZD 1767. The current lowest deal is NZD 1234 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 23-Mar 15.

now NZ$1,234

Low NZ$1,296

High NZ$1,767

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Manila

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Manila is January, with a median price of $547. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1818. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$547

December

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,818

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Manila

QantasLink

Cathay Pacific

China Southern Airlines

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Manila

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,009

NZ$1,814

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,616

NZ$1,528

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,565

NZ$1,428

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,567

NZ$1,554

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,564

NZ$1,478

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,615

NZ$1,459

One-way

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

12 nights

Mar 19 - Mar 31

NZ$1,793 → NZ$1,500

16%

7 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 18

NZ$1,588 → NZ$1,297

18%

9 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 13

NZ$1,558 → NZ$1,295

17%

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

NZ$1,641 → NZ$1,381

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Christchurch - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Manila are above the typical level of $1060.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $454 for Christchurch to Manila.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 21h 55m flight with connections

The typical flight duration from Christchurch to Manila with connections is 21h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers many deals on this route

QantasLink has historically offered 48 deals on flights from Christchurch to Manila.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Manila are available frequently, typically every 30 days.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,204

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is the primary gateway for flights from Christchurch to Manila.

📍 ~11 km from Manila (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,200

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

Clark International (CRK) is a practical alternative for Manila, with established shuttle services available.

📍 ~85 km from Manila (reachable by bus/car, travel time depends on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,312

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

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Best Elite deals to Manila

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From CHC

Elite

Dec 19

Manila, Philippines

93% AI deal score

$5,330

$3,140

Save $2,190

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Sep 17

Manila, Philippines

93% AI deal score

$5,639

$3,184

Save $2,455

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Nov 17

Manila, Philippines

92% AI deal score

$4,683

$3,136

Save $1,547

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 14

Manila, Philippines

92% AI deal score

$4,827

$3,136

Save $1,691

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Nov 04

Manila, Philippines

92% AI deal score

$4,836

$3,184

Save $1,652

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 27

Manila, Philippines

92% AI deal score

$4,815

$3,226

Save $1,589

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 27

Manila, Philippines

92% AI deal score

$4,884

$3,252

Save $1,632

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 12

Manila, Philippines

91% AI deal score

$4,852

$3,250

Save $1,602

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Oct 07

Manila, Philippines

83% AI deal score

$4,797

$3,962

Save $835

QantasLink

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 23

Manila, Philippines

83% AI deal score

$4,857

$4,035

Save $822

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 16

Manila, Philippines

83% AI deal score

$4,853

$4,035

Save $818

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From CHC

Elite

Jan 31

Manila, Philippines

83% AI deal score

$4,887

$4,035

Save $852

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare various options. Looking into different airlines and potential layovers may also reveal better deals.

Booking flights in advance often provides more options and potentially better prices. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer alternative flight routes or prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the total cost and travel time when considering this option.

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Christchurch to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Manila

Most itineraries for this route connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares were for direct flights from Christchurch to Manila. The majority of connecting itineraries involve 2 stopovers.

A typical journey from Christchurch to Manila, including connections, takes approximately 21h 55m. This duration reflects the common need for multiple stops on this long-haul route.

The distance between Christchurch and Manila is 8301 km, classifying this as a long-haul international flight.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Manila

Regular price: NZ$1,296 - NZ$1,767

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

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to Manila typically range from NZD 1296 to NZD 1767. The current lowest deal is NZD 1234 with Jetstar, for travel from Feb 23-Mar 15.

now NZ$1,234

Low NZ$1,296

High NZ$1,767

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Manila

January

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$547

December

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,818

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Manila

QantasLink

Cathay Pacific

China Southern Airlines

Jetstar

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Manila

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$2,009

NZ$1,814

One-way

Wed, Oct 7

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,616

NZ$1,528

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,565

NZ$1,428

One-way

Thu, Oct 8

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,567

NZ$1,554

One-way

Fri, Oct 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,564

NZ$1,478

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Manila

Christchurch (CHC) - Manila (MNL)

QantasLink

NZ$1,615

NZ$1,459

One-way

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

12 nights

Mar 19 - Mar 31

NZ$1,793 → NZ$1,500

16%

7 nights

Mar 11 - Mar 18

NZ$1,588 → NZ$1,297

18%

9 nights

Mar 4 - Mar 13

NZ$1,558 → NZ$1,295

17%

7 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 31

NZ$1,641 → NZ$1,381

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Christchurch - Manila route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Christchurch to Manila are above the typical level of $1060.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February offers the lowest median price at $454 for Christchurch to Manila.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a 21h 55m flight with connections

The typical flight duration from Christchurch to Manila with connections is 21h 55m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

This route primarily features connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

QantasLink offers many deals on this route

QantasLink has historically offered 48 deals on flights from Christchurch to Manila.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Manila are available frequently, typically every 30 days.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,204

Manila main airports to arrive at

Ninoy Aquino International (MNL)

Cheapest

Ninoy Aquino International Airport is the primary gateway for flights from Christchurch to Manila.

📍 ~11 km from Manila (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,200

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Clark International (CRK)

Cheapest

Clark International (CRK) is a practical alternative for Manila, with established shuttle services available.

Manila, Philippines

83% AI deal score

$4,887

$4,035

Save $852

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Manila

Today’s best flight deals from Christchurch to Manila

Christchurch to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Manila

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Direct flights from Christchurch to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Christchurch - Manila route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Expect a 21h 55m flight with connections

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

QantasLink offers many deals on this route

Deals appear frequently on this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

Dec 19

Sep 17

Nov 17

Jan 14

Nov 04

Oct 27

Oct 27

Jan 12

Oct 07

Jan 23

Jan 16

Jan 31

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How can I find cheap flights from Christchurch to Manila?

When should I book flights from Christchurch to Manila?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Christchurch to Manila?

Are direct flights from Christchurch to Manila always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Christchurch to Manila flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Christchurch to Manila flights?

Related routes

More routes from Christchurch

Flights to Manila from other cities

Christchurch to Manila: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Manila

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Manila

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Direct flights from Christchurch to Manila

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Manila

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Manila

Christchurch - Manila route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in February for the best prices

Expect a 21h 55m flight with connections

Connecting flights are dominant for this route

QantasLink offers many deals on this route

Deals appear frequently on this route

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Manila main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Manila used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Manila

Best Elite deals to Manila

Dec 19

Sep 17

Nov 17

Jan 14

Nov 04

Oct 27

Oct 27

Jan 12

Oct 07

Jan 23

Jan 16

Jan 31

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Manila

How can I find cheap flights from Christchurch to Manila?

When should I book flights from Christchurch to Manila?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Christchurch to Manila?