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Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from £169

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 20/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
16 Apr — 23 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in August or May, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 March 2026.

Sun 26/407:50
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop21h 35m
Air New Zealand
Sun 3/521:15
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop13h 30m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/3£289
Thu 30/418:05
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Thu 7/520:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop27h 45m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 16/3£310
Tue 28/418:10
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Tue 5/511:00
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop12h 50m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 14/3£311
Tue 21/406:20
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop7h 25m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/3£317
Mon 13/711:00
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 55m
Jetstar
Tue 21/716:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 16/3£322
Wed 22/409:05
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 30m
Jetstar
Tue 28/416:05
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop8h 10m
Jetstar
Deal found 14/3£324
Sat 22/817:55
SYD
-
CHC
Nonstop3h 10m
Air New Zealand
Sun 30/806:30
CHC
-
SYD
Nonstop3h 40m
Air New Zealand
Deal found 12/3£330
Wed 15/711:00
SYD
-
CHC
1 stop6h 55m
Jetstar
Mon 20/713:50
CHC
-
SYD
1 stop7h 20m
Jetstar
Deal found 15/3£333

Find flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 17 March 2026.

Round-trip from

£289

One-way from

£169

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£309

Good round-trip deal

£344 or less

Good one-way deal

£186 or less
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 26/4-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 05m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
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Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 20/7
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (£22 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 23/6

06:30-08:10

Nonstop3h 40m

£369
Fastest return journey

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

07:35-12:40

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

16:35-18:10

Nonstop3h 35m

£395

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 17/6

16:35-18:10

Nonstop3h 35m

£400

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/4

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 2/5

16:35-18:10

Nonstop3h 35m

£404

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Tue 23/6

06:20-13:25

1 stop9h 05m

£457

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 22/4

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 25/4

06:20-16:25

1 stop12h 05m

£461
Cheapest one-way

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 31/8

19:20-07:25

1 stop10h 05m

£193

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 18/5

19:20-07:25

1 stop10h 05m

£194

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/4

18:10-23:20

Nonstop3h 10m

£209
Fastest single journey

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 7/5

19:15-00:20

Nonstop3h 05m

£209

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Sydney with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

Booking 87 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of £159). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of £245). 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 SYD to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney 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 17 March 2026.

When flying from Sydney to Christchurch, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

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 17 March 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates from Sydney to Christchurch by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,543 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2026

SFO - DXB

Business class was too crowded. Flight attendants were too busy, and not attentive. Orders were not delivered and delayed in delivered. Always lines to us restrooms.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch?

    Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) should be relatively easy as there are 26 daily flights to Christchurch from 1 airline. 3h 05m is how long a flight from Sydney to Christchurch will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Christchurch flight route?

    Within the past month, 10 users have taken a look at flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Airlines like Virgin Australia and Qantas Airways fly from Sydney to Christchurch in about 3h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Sydney and Christchurch are separated by a distance of 1321 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Emirates (£280), offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Christchurch. Emirates is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Christchurch one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £131. Users have also found prices from £152 and £167 on Emirates and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

    Consider United Airlines (100%), Etihad Airways (89%) or Virgin Australia (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Christchurch.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £142. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) can be booked for £192 on average, our data indicates £339 when flying from Sydney to Christchurch.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of £159). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of £245). 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 airline flying from Sydney to Christchurch

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EmiratesCheapest£280Average£362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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