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$338+ Cheap flights from Christchurch (CHC) to California

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CHC — LAX
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to California (USCA). 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 enero 29, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$665
(BYOjet)

One-way from

$338
(Air Canada)

Popular in

December

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February

Average price

$910

Good round-trip deal

$1,342 or less

Good one-way deal

$500 or less
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 29, 2025.

This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure BYOjet is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 3/12:20 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop18h 30mFiji Airways
mar. 3/1111:35 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 45mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$665
This Aunt Betty deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Aunt Betty is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/42:20 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop19h 30mFiji Airways
mar. 2/119:45 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop18h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/28$665
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/116:15 amCHC - SFO
2 stops25h 56mAir Canada
mié. 3/262:45 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops36h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 1/28$677
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/146:20 amCHC - SFO
2 stops27h 36mMultiple Airlines
vie. 3/212:45 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$692
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/306:10 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 00mMultiple Airlines
vie. 2/75:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$751
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 3/111:15 pmCHC - SFO
Nonstop12h 55mUnited Airlines
mié. 3/2611:30 pmSFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$786
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/156:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 56mAmerican Airlines
jue. 2/274:30 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops25h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$848
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/49:40 amCHC - SFO
2 stops22h 08mAmerican Airlines
mar. 2/114:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops25h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/28$916
This Bravofly deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Bravofly is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 2/44:30 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
mié. 2/124:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops34h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,010
This Qantas Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qantas Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 1/306:00 amCHC - LAX
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
vie. 2/79:20 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 1/28$1,019
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 2/266:25 amCHC - SFO
2 stops21h 40mAir New Zealand
mié. 3/510:45 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop23h 50mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/28$1,022
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 3/1412:00 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops32h 30mUnited Airlines
vie. 3/218:20 amLAX - CHC
2 stops29h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/28$1,052

Find flights from Christchurch to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 29, 2025.

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ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 3/1

2:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/11

11:35 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop17h 45m

$665

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 3/11

6:15 am-12:11 pm

2 stops25h 56m

San Francisco

mié. 3/26

2:45 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops36h 10m

$677

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

vie. 3/14

6:20 am-1:56 pm

2 stops27h 36m

San Francisco

vie. 3/21

2:45 pm-12:40 am

2 stops37h 55m

$692

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 3/1

2:20 pm-11:50 am

1 stop18h 30m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/11

11:35 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 00m

$781

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 3/11

1:15 pm-6:10 am

Nonstop12h 55m

San Francisco

mié. 3/26

11:30 pm-9:35 am

Nonstop14h 05m

$786

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

sáb. 2/15

6:15 am-12:11 pm

2 stops26h 56m

Los Angeles

jue. 2/27

4:30 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$848

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 3/11

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 3/26

6:00 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops33h 55m

$1,011

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mar. 3/11

4:30 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop20h 15m

San Francisco

mié. 3/26

2:37 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops28h 03m

$1,015

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

mié. 2/26

6:25 am-7:05 am

2 stops21h 40m

San Francisco

mié. 3/5

10:45 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop23h 50m

$1,022

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

vie. 3/14

12:00 pm-12:30 am

2 stops32h 30m

Los Angeles

vie. 3/21

8:20 am-9:35 am

2 stops29h 15m

$1,052

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Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to California

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Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 29, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Christchurch to California as you normally would.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated enero 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Airlines, Emirates and Singapore Airlines from Christchurch to California. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,332 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,320 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
186 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
482 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
727 reviews

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Alex,Dec 2024

SYD - TPE

For the money it’s good value. Seat space rather small

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to California?

    For a flight from Christchurch to California, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Christchurch to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Air Canada, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $338. Fiji Airways flights start at $366 while deals on American Airlines start at $407 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Christchurch to California?

    While some choose either Christchurch - Los Angeles or Christchurch - San Diego, Christchurch - San Francisco is the most popular route from Christchurch to California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $246). Flying from Christchurch to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Christchurch to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$716Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$855Average$1,103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$929Average$1,140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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