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$322+ 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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — LAX
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to California

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 November 21, 2024.

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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/46:15 amCHC - SFO
2 stops27h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/88:15 pmSFO - CHC
1 stop30h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,013
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/46:00 amCHC - SFO
2 stops27h 11mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/84:35 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops35h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,015
This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:00 amCHC - LAX
1 stop21h 05mQantas Airways
Sun 1/128:10 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop21h 25mQantas Airways
Deal found 11/20$1,068
This BYOjet deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/43:05 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Wed 12/1111:30 pmSFO - CHC
Nonstop14h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/19$1,094
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:15 amCHC - LAX
2 stops26h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1210:35 pmLAX - CHC
2 stops41h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,121
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Fri 12/202:15 pmCHC - LAX
2 stops37h 48mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2710:15 amLAX - CHC
2 stops27h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/41:00 pmCHC - SFO
1 stop19h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/116:45 pmSFO - CHC
2 stops41h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$1,326
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:00 amCHC - LAX
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Sun 1/123:35 pmLAX - CHC
3 stops49h 55mEmirates
Deal found 11/20$2,959
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/231:05 amCHC - LAX
1 stop39h 50mSingapore Airlines
Sun 1/1210:05 pmLAX - CHC
1 stop39h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 11/20$3,103

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Mon 2/24

6:10 am-3:35 pm

2 stops30h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 3/9

2:45 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops36h 50m

$708

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 4/22

6:10 am-11:10 am

2 stops24h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

12:10 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops31h 10m

$756

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 5/8

6:35 am-6:50 am

1 stop19h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

11:05 pm-10:25 am

1 stop16h 20m

$903

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Sun 1/12

3:40 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/19

10:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$945

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Thu 5/8

1:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop19h 35m

San Francisco

Thu 5/22

10:45 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops23h 50m

$950

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 12/4

6:15 am-1:01 pm

2 stops27h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 12/8

8:15 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop30h 40m

$1,013

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 4/18

2:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop18h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/29

10:10 pm-12:15 pm

2 stops19h 05m

$1,027

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC - LAX

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Tue 12/24

6:00 am-6:05 am

1 stop21h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/12

8:10 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop21h 25m

$1,068

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Sat 3/1

3:40 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops29h 19m

San Francisco

Fri 3/14

6:46 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops24h 39m

$1,081

ChristchurchSan Francisco

CHC - SFO

CHCSFO

Christchurch

Wed 12/4

3:05 pm-11:05 am

1 stop17h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

11:30 pm-10:35 am

Nonstop14h 05m

$1,094

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $240). Flying from Christchurch to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 November 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines, Air New Zealand and Qantas 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
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,485 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,336 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Fiji Airways
8.1
Very good
201 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

Air New Zealand
8.1
Very good
531 reviews
China Airlines
8.3
Very good
778 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Entertainment

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a beer dropped in my lap which was a total accident, what I want impressed with was the fact that I had to ask for a towel to clean up my leg and the ground. From Taipei to Seattle

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 $322. American Airlines flights start at $432 while deals on Air New Zealand start at $456 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to California (average of $240). Flying from Christchurch to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$716Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
United AirlinesCheapest$860Average$1,095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air New ZealandCheapest$929Average$1,128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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