How many flights from Christchurch to Tokyo are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 10% of flights from Christchurch to Tokyo have been non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed was 3. This indicates that the majority of travelers on this route typically experience at least one connection. Travelers prioritizing direct routes should be aware of the lower availability of non-stop options.

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

The typical direct flight from Christchurch to Tokyo has a median duration of 11 hours and 35 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases to 17 hours and 0 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is approximately 9393 kilometers. Travelers should account for these durations when planning their journey, especially if considering flights with connections.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Christchurch to Tokyo?

Historically, flights from Christchurch to Tokyo have shown regular availability of good prices. This suggests that travelers may find favorable deals with some consistency. While prices can fluctuate, the route has demonstrated a pattern of offering competitive fares. Travelers can typically expect to find good value when planning their trip on this route.

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2027-03-04 – 2027-03-13
CHC - Tokyo
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NZ$1,687
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CHC - Tokyo
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Christchurch to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Flights from Christchurch to Tokyo cover a substantial distance of 9,393 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This means you can expect a significant travel duration, often involving connections, to reach your destination.

For those seeking cheap flights from Christchurch to Tokyo, fares typically range from $1312 to $1716, with a median price of $1486. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 6% of recent fares have been classified as a good price. New deals for this route show up several times a week, offering regular opportunities to find better prices.

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo is often in August, with a median fare of $1022. Other cost-effective months include May, where the median fare is $1203, and November, with a median fare of $1269. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

When flying from Christchurch to Tokyo, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 0.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For connecting flights, the typical number of stopovers is 3. Therefore, a typical journey from Christchurch to Tokyo, including connections, takes approximately 11h 35m, though connecting itineraries can extend to a median of 44h 30m.

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Tokyo

Regular price: NZ$1,543 - NZ$2,623

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

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo typically range from NZD 1543 to NZD 2623. The current lowest deal is NZD 1458 with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Mar 6-Mar 12.

now NZ$1,458

Low NZ$1,543

High NZ$2,623

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo is December, with a median price of $800. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $1642. Prices are generally lower from February to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$800

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,642

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,713

NZ$1,991

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,664

NZ$1,717

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,664

NZ$1,783

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,973

NZ$1,838

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,669

NZ$1,860

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,669

NZ$1,860

One-way

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

10 nights

Apr 19 - Apr 29

NZ$2,254 → NZ$1,691

25%

13 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 22

NZ$2,262 → NZ$1,782

21%

8 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 17

NZ$2,230 → NZ$1,782

20%

18 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 18

NZ$2,089 → NZ$1,762

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Christchurch to Tokyo are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

August, May, and November are cheapest.

Historically, the lowest median prices are found in August ($1022), May ($1203), and November ($1269).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 11h 35m.

The median flight time for a direct flight from Christchurch to Tokyo is 11h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 10% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand has offered direct flights on the Christchurch to Tokyo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo appear regularly within a 30-day window.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,458

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,458

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a useful alternative for budget travelers due to its proximity to Tokyo and low-cost carrier options.

📍 ~70 km from Tokyo (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,840

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

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From CHC

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Mar 29

Tokyo, Japan

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$4,679

$3,046

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From CHC

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Apr 02

Tokyo, Japan

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$5,511

$3,311

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From CHC

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Jan 07

Tokyo, Japan

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$2,581

$1,898

Save $683

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From CHC

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Apr 02

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,530

$3,633

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Fiji Airways

Business Class

From CHC

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Apr 02

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,535

$3,749

Save $1,786

Fiji Airways

Business Class

From CHC

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Apr 02

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,567

$3,749

Save $1,818

Fiji Airways

Business Class

From CHC

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Apr 02

Tokyo, Japan

92% AI deal score

$5,557

$3,855

Save $1,702

Fiji Airways

Business Class

From CHC

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Mar 12

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$4,471

$3,254

Save $1,217

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From CHC

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Mar 09

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$4,751

$3,268

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China Southern Airlines

Business Class

From CHC

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Dec 28

Tokyo, Japan

91% AI deal score

$2,746

$2,164

Save $582

Cathay Pacific

Business Class

From CHC

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Nov 09

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,506

$3,425

Save $1,081

Cathay Pacific, +1

Business Class

From CHC

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Mar 09

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,763

$3,505

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China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo is typically within 0-6 days of departure. During this period, the average price observed was $897. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $972, and those booked 14-27 days out averaging $1298. For the trailing 90 days, booking within a week of travel has shown to offer the lowest average fares.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Christchurch to Tokyo is considered to be $1312 or less. The median price for this route was $1486. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed fares being $1716 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical trip should target prices at or below the $1312 threshold.

Historically, August has been the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo, with a median price of $1022. May also offered competitive prices, with a median of $1203. In contrast, the annual median price for this route was $1486. Travelers looking for more affordable options should consider flying in these months to potentially save on their airfare.

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Christchurch to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Tokyo

Regular price: NZ$1,543 - NZ$2,623

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

Regular prices for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo typically range from NZD 1543 to NZD 2623. The current lowest deal is NZD 1458 with China Southern Airlines, for travel from Mar 6-Mar 12.

now NZ$1,458

Low NZ$1,543

High NZ$2,623

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

December

Cheapest

Flights from NZ$800

July

Most Expensive

Flights from NZ$1,642

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Air New Zealand

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Tokyo

Wed, Oct 14

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,713

NZ$1,991

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,664

NZ$1,717

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,664

NZ$1,783

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,973

NZ$1,838

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,669

NZ$1,860

One-way

Mon, Oct 19

⌛ Last-Minute

CHC - Tokyo

Christchurch (CHC) - Tokyo (NRT)

Jetstar

NZ$1,669

NZ$1,860

One-way

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

10 nights

Apr 19 - Apr 29

NZ$2,254 → NZ$1,691

25%

13 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 22

NZ$2,262 → NZ$1,782

21%

8 nights

Apr 9 - Apr 17

NZ$2,230 → NZ$1,782

20%

18 nights

Jan 31 - Feb 18

NZ$2,089 → NZ$1,762

16%

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch - Tokyo route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares for Christchurch to Tokyo are below the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

August, May, and November are cheapest.

Historically, the lowest median prices are found in August ($1022), May ($1203), and November ($1269).

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 11h 35m.

The median flight time for a direct flight from Christchurch to Tokyo is 11h 35m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant.

Only 10% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 3 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Air New Zealand has offered direct flights on the Christchurch to Tokyo route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly.

Deals for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo appear regularly within a 30-day window.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Christchurch International (CHC)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,458

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Haneda (HND)

Cheapest

Haneda Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car, train, and bus)

💸 Flights from ~NZ$1,458

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Ibaraki (IBR)

Ibaraki is a useful alternative for budget travelers due to its proximity to Tokyo and low-cost carrier options.

Tokyo, Japan

90% AI deal score

$4,763

$3,505

Save $1,258

China Southern Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Today’s best flight deals from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

August, May, and November are cheapest.

Direct flights take 11h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Mar 29

Apr 02

Jan 07

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Mar 12

Mar 09

Dec 28

Nov 09

Mar 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

When should I buy Christchurch to Tokyo tickets?

How much should a flight from Christchurch to Tokyo cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo?

How many flights from Christchurch to Tokyo are non-stop?

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

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Christchurch to Tokyo?

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More routes from Christchurch

Flights to Tokyo from other cities

Christchurch to Tokyo: Overview

Insights for flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

How much is a round trip from Christchurch to Tokyo

The cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo

Last-minute flights going from Christchurch to Tokyo

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

Popular Airports to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo

Christchurch - Tokyo route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

August, May, and November are cheapest.

Direct flights take 11h 35m.

Connecting flights are dominant.

Air New Zealand offers direct flights.

Deals appear regularly.

Christchurch main airports to depart from

Tokyo main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Tokyo used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Tokyo

Best Elite deals to Tokyo

Mar 29

Apr 02

Jan 07

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Apr 02

Mar 12

Mar 09

Dec 28

Nov 09

Mar 09

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Tokyo

When should I buy Christchurch to Tokyo tickets?

How much should a flight from Christchurch to Tokyo cost?

What's the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Tokyo?