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Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight
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Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
NZD 53
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways 1h 25m · Direct Thu, Jan 14
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Cheapest return
NZD 172
Jetstar Airways Jetstar Airways 1h 25m · Direct Tue, Jan 12 - Fri, Jan 15
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Best time to book
March
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from NZD 53 and round-trip from NZD 172. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Jetstar Airways (from NZD 53) among 2 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport

Which month has the cheapest one-way flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average one-way fares by month from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport are usually in March, with an average price of NZD 94. July sees the highest fares, around NZD 152.

NZD 152
NZD 123
NZD 94
NZD 65
    Cheapest
  • NZD 115
    Nov
  • NZD 125
    Dec
  • NZD 111
    Jan
  • NZD 125
    Feb
  • NZD 94
    Mar
  • NZD 118
    Apr
  • NZD 116
    May
  • NZD 119
    Jun
  • NZD 152
    Jul
  • NZD 120
    Aug
  • NZD 127
    Sep
  • NZD 146
    Oct

Which month has the cheapest round-trip flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average round-trip fares by month from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest round‑trip flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport are usually in June, with an average price of NZD 250. December sees the highest fares, around NZD 453.

NZD 453
NZD 352
NZD 250
NZD 149
    Cheapest
  • NZD 315
    Nov
  • NZD 453
    Dec
  • NZD 323
    Jan
  • NZD 441
    Feb
  • NZD 297
    Mar
  • NZD 331
    Apr
  • NZD 295
    May
  • NZD 250
    Jun
  • NZD 354
    Jul
  • NZD 286
    Aug
  • NZD 359
    Sep
  • NZD 395
    Oct

Which day of the week has the cheapest flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

The data is based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months and shows the average fares by each day of the week from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day for flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Tuesday, with average prices lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Sunday, as fares are typically the highest.

NZD 196
NZD 173
NZD 149
NZD 126
  • NZD 177
    Mon
  • NZD 149
    Tue
  • NZD 151
    Wed
  • NZD 181
    Thu
  • NZD 193
    Fri
  • NZD 174
    Sat
  • NZD 196
    Sun

What is the flight schedule from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Auckland to Christchurch and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ239

    19:35

    AKL

    1h 25m

    21:00

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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  2. JQ237

    16:10

    AKL

    1h 25m

    17:35

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ225

    06:25

    AKL

    1h 25m

    07:50

    CHC

    S - T W T F S
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  4. JQ241

    21:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    22:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  5. JQ227

    07:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    08:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  6. NZ563

    18:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    19:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  7. NZ523

    08:00

    AKL

    1h 25m

    09:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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  8. NZ575

    21:15

    AKL

    1h 25m

    22:40

    CHC

    S M T W T F S
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FAQs for Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport?

    Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport takes about 1 hour 8 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 20 daily flights from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • The earliest flight from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 21:30, with about 27 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Auckland Airport (AKL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around NZD 270 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • The earliest flight departs from Auckland Airport (AKL) at 06:00 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 07:25.
  • The latest flight departs from Auckland Airport (AKL) at 21:45 and arrives in Christchurch International Airport (CHC) at 23:05.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 3325 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport currently start from NZD 72, and round-trip fares start from NZD 172. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Mon, Jan 11; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average flight time of 1 hour 7 minutes, and around 149 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport is NZD 193. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with one-way fares starting from NZD 72. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport operates around 145 weekly flights, mainly by Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Auckland Airport and Christchurch International Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

Note: Prices shown on this page are the lowest estimated prices found in the last 24 hours and include all taxes and fees.

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Change & Cancellation Policy

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