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$35+ Cheap flights from Wellington to Christchurch (WLG - CHC)

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WLG — CHC
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Wellington to Christchurch are usually found in May or September, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Wellington to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Wellington (WLG) 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 January 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$57
(Jetstar)

One-way from

$35
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$92

Good round-trip deal

$96 or less

Good one-way deal

$42 or less
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Cheapest flights from Wellington to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wellington to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2025.

This Jetstar deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Jetstar is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/57:45 pmWLG - CHC
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Wed 3/126:15 pmCHC - WLG
Nonstop0h 50mJetstar
Deal found 1/30$51

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WLG - CHC

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Wellington

Wed 3/5

7:45 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 3/12

6:15 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop0h 50m

$51

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WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Tue 3/11

8:15 am-9:05 am

Nonstop0h 50m

$35

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WLG - CHC

WLGCHC

Wellington

Thu 3/27

7:45 am-8:40 am

Nonstop0h 55m

$50

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Deals found on 1/30

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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 from Wellington to Christchurch in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice 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: When it comes to deals on Wellington-Christchurch flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Wellington-Christchurch flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Wellington-Christchurch flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Wellington-Christchurch flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Wellington-Christchurch flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch

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Travel insights for flights from Wellington to Christchurch

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Wellington to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Wellington to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Wellington to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 WLG to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Wellington 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 January 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Wellington to Christchurch in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Wellington to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Wellington to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

The most flights from WLG to CHC are scheduled on a Wednesday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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 30, 2025.
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
465 reviews
Air New Zealand
7.9
Good
481 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0
Okay

eric,Jan 2025

SFO - BOS

Connection Booked by United was one hour and 20 minutes to come from international Auckland to San Francisco, deplane, clear customs and immigration, collect baggage, transfer baggage, go through TSA, walk/run across terminals 20 minutes and barely make connection When united informed pre-vacation of the tightness of the connection,would not switch to a flight two hours later, despite open seats, the flight that the baggage actually took Passengers made connection; baggage did not Food: nonexistent for a cross country six hour flight Arrived early, but of course gate unavailable and then plane door to get off stuck for 20 minutes

Related info for your journey

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

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

    If you wish to fly to Christchurch from Wellington, then you need to book flights from Wellington to Christchurch. There are 27 flights from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC) per day to choose from. Flights to Christchurch from Wellington are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 0h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Wellington to Christchurch typically takes.

  • How popular is this Wellington to Christchurch flight route?

    The Wellington to Christchurch flight path was viewed by 5 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Wellington to Christchurch round-trip?

    Currently priced at $57, Jetstar will fly you from Wellington to Christchurch and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. This flight start at 43% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Wellington to Christchurch consider choosing Singapore Airlines (86%), Air New Zealand (73%) or Fiji Airways (72%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Wellington to Christchurch?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Wellington to Christchurch? While on average our users pay $211, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $25. The most popular route (Wellington - Christchurch), is priced around $63.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Wellington 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.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch (average of $1,101). Flying from Wellington to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,869). 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 2 airlines flying from Wellington to Christchurch

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Wellington to Christchurch. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$49Average$85FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
Air New ZealandCheapest$96Average$152FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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