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Cheap flights to Christchurch from £580

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 21/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CMH — CHC
1 May — 8 May1
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Flights to Christchurch in 2024

Find the latest flights to Christchurch in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,473

Return from

£856

One-way from

£580
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Christchurch
One-way flight from London to Christchurch (CHC)

Cheap flights to Christchurch in April & May 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Christchurch in April and May 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
Check out some of the flights available from low prices to Christchurch in April and May 2024. Deals update frequently so be sure to check back soon if you're not finding what you're looking for.
Wed 29/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1106:15CHC - LHR
2 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£856
Sat 11/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/609:40CHC - LHR
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£909
Sun 26/511:35LGW - CHC
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/613:50CHC - LGW
2 stops51h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4£964
Mon 13/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/620:25CHC - LHR
2 stops57h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£994
Sun 26/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops35h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sun 2/613:50CHC - LHR
2 stops39h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4£1,010
Sat 25/511:35LGW - CHC
2 stops45h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/613:50CHC - LGW
2 stops51h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/4£1,074
Wed 29/514:55LGW - CHC
2 stops46h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1106:05CHC - LGW
2 stops37h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,124
Sun 12/509:00LHR - CHC
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/609:40CHC - LHR
2 stops31h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,138
Wed 29/522:00LHR - CHC
3 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1106:15CHC - LHR
2 stops49h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£1,158

Christchurch 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Christchurch in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data were last updated on 26 April 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Christchurch in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Fri 1/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Fri 15/1122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops55h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£854
Wed 29/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1106:15CHC - LHR
2 stops48h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£856
Sat 11/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/609:40CHC - LHR
2 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£909
Sat 2/1121:10LHR - CHC
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Wed 27/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£925
Thu 31/1021:10LHR - CHC
1 stop31h 10mChina Southern
Sun 24/1122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£931
Fri 1/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Fri 15/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£932
Mon 11/1121:30LHR - CHC
2 stops30h 50mChina Southern
Mon 25/1122:30CHC - LHR
1 stop31h 45mChina Southern
Deal found 26/4£936
Thu 31/1021:30LHR - CHC
2 stops54h 50mChina Southern
Sun 24/1122:30CHC - LHR
2 stops31h 50mChina Southern
Deal found 25/4£936
Wed 30/1021:00LHR - CHC
2 stops33h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 28/1108:20CHC - LHR
2 stops46h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£938

One-way flights to Christchurch

Explore one-way flight options to Christchurch for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 925,685 searches and data was last updated on 26 April 2024.
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Tue 21/509:00LGW - CHC
2 stops28h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£580
Tue 21/521:20LHR - CHC
2 stops47h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£595
Tue 21/513:55LGW - CHC
3 stops47h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£663
Sat 25/509:00LHR - CHC
2 stops28h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£667
Tue 21/509:45LHR - CHC
3 stops51h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£671
Tue 21/515:25STN - CHC
3 stops45h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£676
Mon 20/500:20STN - CHC
3 stops51h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£685
Sat 25/517:05LHR - CHC
3 stops56h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£764
Sat 6/715:00LGW - CHC
3 stops37h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4£808

Average price of flights to Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Christchurch is currently £679 while a return flight costs £1,280. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Christchurch (average of £1,614). Flying to Christchurch in July will prove the most costly (average of £2,240). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£1,653

February

£1,353

March

£1,385

April

£1,292

May

£1,292

June

£1,422

July

£1,793

August

£1,427

September

£1,406

October

£1,428

November

£1,381

December

£1,629

Peak Season:

The southern island of New Zealand enjoys beautiful summer weather, which marks the high season, lasting from around the start of December through until March.

The sunshine also sees a range of festivals take place. If you book flights to Christchurch during the month of February then expect to see crowds. Over 18,000 visit during this time, many of them flying from all over the globe to watch one of the world’s longest running multi-sport events, The Speight’s Coast to Coast. The challenge is not for the faint-hearted as the competitors run, bike and swim their way around the 150 mile course which can take up to two days to complete.

Another event to keep travellers and locals busy during the following month is the Great Kiwi Beer Festival. The festival is dedicated to celebrating the brewing industry in New Zealand and features an array of over 100 local, national and international brews for attendees to try and enjoy.

Alternatively, book a flight to Christchurch during the southern winter, between June and August, to enjoy Alpine sports.

Off Season:

Visitors, who want to take advantage cheap flights to Christchurch, should check out prices between March and May, or around September and October for the best deals and mild weather.

Temperature and rainfall in Christchurch by month

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

CHC

Temperature

6 - 17 °C

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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The price you pay for your flight to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Christchurch should consider flying on Wednesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 26 April 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch, such as Emirates, Qantas Airways and Turkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
647 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.3
Very Good
1,479 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.1
Very Good
4,067 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

8.0
Very Good
249 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

7.8
Good
2,061 reviews
8.3
Very Good
647 reviews

Crew

8.8

Boarding

8.4

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.7

Overall

8.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Everything went rather smoothly, I have no complaints or negative comments. Thanks for getting me where I needed to be.

Christchurch overview

Often called the Garden City of New Zealand, Christchurch is a charming town of 350,000 people that is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Southern Hemisphere.

Shopping in Christchurch is one of the town’s great attractions. Head to new developments like the re:Start shopping mall which offers plenty for tourists to explore, but the spectacular farmers market which features delicacies from around the world will be irresistible to any foodie.

Culture lovers who book flights to Christchurch may find this to be New Zealand’s finest city. Tour the stunning Botanical Gardens, head to the newly restored cathedral or learn a thing or two about the vast continent to New Zealand’s south at the unique International Antarctic Centre. Nature lovers will adore the animals on view at the Orana Wildlife Park, while art fans will flock to the city’s fine art gallery, one of New Zealand’s best.

Don’t be afraid to explore outside the city limits as well. Lovers of fine wine will want to get out of town to the vineyards of the hinterland. Visit New Brighton pier to experience the region’s excellent surf, see Kiwi in the wild at the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, sail with dolphins, cycle the Alps or you can even try skiing in the Southern Alps when the season is right around July and August.

Getting around Christchurch

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 harbour, which provides a nice sight-seeing opportunity as well.

Getting from the Airport to the City

The 7 mile route from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) into the city centre takes around 30 minutes by bus. You can also choose an express service which costs a little more but takes less time. Shuttle services are offered by cab firms, and there are ordinary taxis to catch as well, all of them licensed by the airport. You can also arrange a car rental from the arrivals terminal, but it’s advisable to book this beforehand.

Christchurch 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.

  • What does CHC mean?

    Christchurch Airport is CHC. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    For a flight to Christchurch, you will be flying into Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 5.9 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Yes, flights with stopovers 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, United Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Christchurch.

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

    Christchurch Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch Airport typically cost £34, while return flights cost around £60.

  • How much is a return flight to Christchurch?

    A return flight to Christchurch will typically cost around £132, however they can be found for as little as £76.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, London offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 5 minutes).

  • Does Christchurch Airport have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to Christchurch Airport?

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

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