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Cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch from C$ 54

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — CHC
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Auckland Intl to Christchurch are usually found in May or June, booked 72 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 105

One-way from

C$ 54

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

C$ 147
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 23/11-20/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 40m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 10/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Auckland to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (C$ 74 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Sun 23/119:45 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Sat 20/1211:50 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 105
Thu 9/106:30 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 16/101:50 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 9/9C$ 107
Mon 15/97:50 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 18/96:15 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 8/9C$ 108
Tue 18/116:10 a.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 27/118:35 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 9/9C$ 109
Wed 19/116:10 a.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 23/116:15 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 8/9C$ 111
Sat 25/104:10 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Mon 27/105:20 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 114
Wed 17/96:25 a.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Wed 24/98:30 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 118
Tue 16/91:15 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Fri 19/96:15 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 9/9C$ 122
Thu 4/127:00 a.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Sun 21/129:00 a.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 10/9C$ 126
Wed 22/108:50 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mJetstar
Thu 23/106:50 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 20mJetstar
Deal found 11/9C$ 129
Fri 21/119:15 p.m.AKL - CHC
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Wed 26/119:00 p.m.CHC - AKL
Nonstop1h 25mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/9C$ 130

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Auckland

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Christchurch

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Wed 8/10

6:25 a.m.-7:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 9/10

9:40 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 108

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 9/10

6:25 a.m.-7:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 16/10

1:50 p.m.-3:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 108

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Fri 13/2

9:45 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

11:50 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 111

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/10

4:10 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 26/10

5:20 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 114

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sat 25/10

4:10 p.m.-5:35 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Mon 27/10

5:20 p.m.-6:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 114

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Wed 22/10

8:50 p.m.-10:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 23/10

6:50 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 129

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/1

8:55 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 18/1

11:50 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 129

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/12

6:10 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 28/12

9:00 a.m.-10:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 129

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Mon 19/1

7:00 p.m.-8:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 24/1

7:20 a.m.-8:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 130

AucklandChristchurch

AKL - CHC

AKLCHC

Auckland Intl

Sun 28/12

7:00 a.m.-8:25 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 30/12

11:50 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

C$ 136

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Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Auckland to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Auckland to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from AKL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Auckland to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 27% on flights from Auckland to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 11 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Auckland to Christchurch, such as Air New Zealand and Jetstar. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
474 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very good
505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Jul 2025

AKL - SFO

Flight was delayed an hour. We had just flown Air NZ on a 12- hour flight from AKL so the extra delay on this connecting flight wasn’t welcomed.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

    If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Auckland, then you need to book flights from Auckland Intl to Christchurch. There are 84 flights from Auckland Intl (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Auckland Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Auckland to Christchurch typically takes.

  • How popular is this Auckland to Christchurch flight route?

    The Auckland Intl to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 21 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Departing from Auckland to Christchurch will take you 1h 25m. Auckland and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 745 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch round-trip?

    According to our current data, Jetstar (C$ 104), and Air New Zealand (C$ 131) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Christchurch. Users have found that Jetstar is 38% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Consider Virgin Atlantic (94%), Singapore Airlines (86%) or South African (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Auckland to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Auckland to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Auckland to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Auckland to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapestC$ 104AverageC$ 161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapestC$ 131AverageC$ 300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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