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$480+ Cheap flights from Christchurch (CHC) to California

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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$915
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$480
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$817

Good one-way deal

$530 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 March 3, 2025.

This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Thu 3/136:00 amCHC - LAX
2 stops25h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/185:10 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops33h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$915
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/136:05 amCHC - LAX
1 stop22h 15mQantas Airways
Tue 3/1810:20 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/2$998
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/91:15 pmCHC - SFO
Nonstop12h 55mAir New Zealand
Sun 3/2311:30 pmSFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/3$1,009
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Fri 10/246:00 amCHC - SFO
2 stops35h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/2611:59 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops41h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,017
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/94:30 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop20h 15mQantas Airways
Sun 3/239:15 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop22h 10mQantas Airways
Deal found 3/3$1,018
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/45:00 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop15h 20mAir New Zealand
Sat 7/1910:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop17h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 3/2$1,070
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/46:00 amCHC - SFO
2 stops25h 02mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/1310:48 amSFO - CHC
3 stops37h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,153
This Cathay Pacific deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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 Cathay Pacific is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/132:50 pmCHC - LAX
1 stop27h 05mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/1712:20 amLAX - CHC
1 stop41h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 3/2$1,182
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/96:15 amCHC - SFO
3 stops35h 27mAir Canada
Sun 3/231:00 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops37h 55mAir Canada
Deal found 3/3$1,812
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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.
Mon 4/2811:00 amCHC - SFO
1 stop15h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/2912:43 amSFO - CHC
2 stops37h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$1,872
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Mon 4/75:00 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops56h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/2412:50 amLAX - CHC
2 stops37h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/2$1,874
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/106:50 pmCHC - SFO
2 stops39h 00mFiji Airways
Mon 3/176:00 pmSFO - CHC
3 stops27h 35mFiji Airways
Deal found 3/3$2,190

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 March 3, 2025.

Fly from

Christchurch

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 3/13

6:00 am-11:10 am

2 stops25h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

5:10 pm-10:55 pm

2 stops33h 45m

$915

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 3/13

6:05 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 15m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/18

10:20 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$998

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 4/1

4:30 pm-8:05 pm

2 stops23h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

7:50 pm-7:50 am

2 stops41h 00m

$1,009

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Tue 4/1

6:00 am-11:04 am

2 stops25h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 4/7

5:58 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops26h 27m

$1,021

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 7/4

5:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop15h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/19

10:10 pm-10:25 am

1 stop17h 15m

$1,070

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 3/13

2:50 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop27h 05m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/17

12:20 am-1:20 pm

1 stop41h 00m

$1,182

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 4/28

9:15 am-7:00 am

1 stop16h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

10:05 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 20m

$1,398

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 4/28

11:00 am-7:00 am

1 stop15h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

12:43 am-8:55 am

2 stops37h 12m

$1,872

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Mon 4/7

5:00 pm-6:40 am

2 stops56h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

12:50 am-9:25 am

2 stops37h 35m

$1,874

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 7/4

4:45 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops47h 50m

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

12:55 am-11:59 pm

2 stops52h 04m

$2,225

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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 March 3, 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 March 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown China Airlines, Singapore Airlines and Fiji Airways 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
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,288 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

Fiji Airways
8.0
Very good
182 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
456 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
825 reviews
China Airlines
8.2
Very good
721 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Sopharith,Feb 2025

TPE - PNH

All are excellence, but we had to pay 150$ extra charge each person with our names in passports and tickets. It was just swiping between first names and last names. It might be our mistake when we bought the tickets, but I thought it was expensive just to swipe the names. Anyway, thanks a lot. All excellence

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 Fiji Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $485. United Airlines flights start at $500 while deals on Qantas Airways start at $501 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Christchurch - San Francisco or Christchurch - Oakland, Christchurch - Los Angeles 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 4 airlines flying from Christchurch to California

Discover the top 4 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Fiji AirwaysCheapest$612Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$681Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$860Average$1,111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$940Average$1,134FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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