Christchurch

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— CHC
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Flights to Christchurch in 2025

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,034

Round-trip from

$1,165

One-way from

$524
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
From New York to Christchurch
One-way flight from New York to Christchurch (CHC)

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Cheapest flights to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on January 17, 2025.

Sun 3/25:30 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops27h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 3/96:15 amCHC - JFK
1 stop26h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,165
Sun 3/23:55 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops27h 10mBritish Airways
Sun 3/96:15 amCHC - LGA
2 stops26h 49mBritish Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,168
Sun 3/167:29 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops44h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/259:15 amCHC - EWR
2 stops24h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,231
Tue 3/186:00 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops26h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 3/292:20 pmCHC - LGA
2 stops26h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,242
Thu 2/133:59 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops27h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/202:20 pmCHC - JFK
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$1,243
Sun 3/166:30 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops37h 10mAir Canada
Tue 3/259:15 amCHC - EWR
2 stops24h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 1/15$1,273
Mon 3/178:25 pmEWR - CHC
2 stops42h 40mAir New Zealand
Tue 3/251:15 pmCHC - EWR
1 stop21h 05mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/15$1,366
Thu 4/36:59 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops25h 16mFiji Airways
Tue 4/151:15 pmCHC - LGA
2 stops26h 14mFiji Airways
Deal found 1/16$1,425
Tue 3/182:50 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Mon 3/242:50 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop39h 20mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/15$1,460
Sun 3/162:35 pmJFK - CHC
2 stops29h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/258:20 amCHC - JFK
2 stops25h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,467
Sun 3/166:59 pmLGA - CHC
2 stops26h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/258:20 amCHC - LGA
2 stops22h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/15$1,467
Mon 3/178:20 pmJFK - CHC
1 stop22h 05mAir New Zealand
Mon 3/244:00 pmCHC - JFK
1 stop19h 00mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/15$1,474

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Locate flights to Christchurch that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

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New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/2

5:30 pm-2:40 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 3/9

6:15 am-2:25 pm

1 stop26h 10m

$1,165

New YorkChristchurch

LGA - CHC

LGACHC

New York LaGuardia

Sun 3/2

3:55 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops27h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 3/9

6:15 am-3:04 pm

2 stops26h 49m

$1,168

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Sun 3/16

7:29 pm-8:55 am

2 stops44h 26m

Christchurch

Tue 3/25

9:15 am-4:51 pm

2 stops24h 36m

$1,231

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 2/13

3:59 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops27h 21m

Christchurch

Thu 2/20

2:20 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$1,243

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Sun 3/16

6:30 pm-12:40 am

2 stops37h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/25

9:15 am-4:51 pm

2 stops24h 36m

$1,273

NewarkChristchurch

EWR - CHC

EWRCHC

Newark

Mon 3/17

8:25 pm-8:05 am

2 stops42h 40m

Christchurch

Tue 3/25

1:15 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop21h 05m

$1,366

New YorkChristchurch

LGA - CHC

LGACHC

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/3

6:59 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops25h 16m

Christchurch

Tue 4/15

1:15 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops26h 14m

$1,425

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 3/18

2:50 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop29h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 3/24

2:50 pm-1:10 pm

1 stop39h 20m

$1,460

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 3/16

2:35 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops29h 30m

Christchurch

Tue 3/25

8:20 am-4:59 pm

2 stops25h 39m

$1,467

New YorkChristchurch

JFK - CHC

JFKCHC

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Mon 3/17

8:20 pm-11:25 am

1 stop22h 05m

Christchurch

Mon 3/24

4:00 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$1,474

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals to Christchurch in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering Christchurch flight deals, Cheapflights users have found AranGrant to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights and AranGrant. This is based on searches made for Christchurch flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: AranGrant is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering Christchurch flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), AranGrant has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to Christchurch. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

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Travel insights for flights to Christchurch

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

How long is the flight to Christchurch?

On average, a flight from New York to Christchurch takes 24 hours 55 minutes. Flights to Christchurch from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest airline flying from New York to Christchurch is Air New Zealand.

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 1.6 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

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 January 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Air Canada and Fiji Airways to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.4
Very good
847 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.3
Very good
465 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

8.1
Very good
1,327 reviews
8.4
Very good
1,248 reviews

Overall

8.4

Entertainment

8.0

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

The food was HORRIBLE, the flight crew looked as though they’d rather be getting a root canal, and the bathrooms were disgusting.

Best Time to Fly to Christchurch, New Zealand

The southern island of New Zealand enjoys beautiful summer weather, and high season lasts from around the start of December through until March. The sunshine also sees a range of festivals, many of them accessible for free in Hagley Park. However, visit during the southern winter between June and August to enjoy Alpine sports and relax in the city when tourists are slightly less numerous.

Budget travelers who want to explore out of season flight deals, should check out prices between March and May, or around September and October for the best deals and mild weather.

Getting around Christchurch, New Zealand

The city has a superb public transport system, so getting around should not present any difficulties. The majority of buses will also have on-board bike racks, so feel free to cycle and ride to get the most out of your stay. There is also a handy ferry across the harbor, which provides a nice sight-seeing opportunity as well.

Christchurch, New Zealand airport overview

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is a small, clean, lovely airport, full of first-rate facilities and amenities. Currently, the airport building is being restored after earthquake damage, and its Domestic Terminal is being upgraded to cope with increases in passenger traffic. This work is all scheduled to be completed by 2012.

Flights to Christchurch International Airport are operated by local and foreign carriers, offering connections to many New Zealand destinations, as well as cities in Australia and Southeast Asia.

With the Rugby World Cup due to kick off in New Zealand in November 2011, thousands of tourists can confidently look forward to a pleasant transit experience at Christchurch International Airport.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 5.9 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to Christchurch.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Christchurch if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Christchurch on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Christchurch?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, American Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Christchurch.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch?

    Christchurch is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch typically cost $23, while round-trip flights cost around $43.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to Christchurch?

    A round-trip flight to Christchurch will typically cost around $138, however they can be found for as little as $43.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, San Francisco offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch?

    Yes. Christchurch has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch (0.0 mi away from Christchurch).

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