Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to Christchurch from £422

LHR — CHC
29 Sep — 6 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch

Tue 24/1121:30 -
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Fri 22/122:30 -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 25/8£705
Wed 30/1222:00 -
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Deal found 26/8£761
Sat 28/1121:30 -
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Deal found 28/8£762
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1 stop30h 20m
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1 stop33h 05m
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Mon 2/1121:30 -
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Thu 12/1122:30 -
1 stop33h 05m
Deal found 26/8£778
Thu 31/1209:50 -
1 stop33h 45m
Mon 25/122:30 -
1 stop45h 00m
Deal found 27/8£785
Wed 2/1219:20 -
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Sat 29/506:30 -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 30/8£807
Sat 28/1110:30 -
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Sat 22/512:55 -
2 stops37h 05m
Deal found 27/8£823
Tue 10/1119:20 -
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Wed 5/506:30 -
2 stops41h 15m
Deal found 29/8£831
Wed 2/1217:00 -
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Sat 29/506:15 -
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Deal found 30/8£838
Wed 30/1209:50 -
1 stop42h 30m
Tue 26/111:35 -
1 stop31h 55m
Deal found 26/8£854
Mon 2/1117:00 -
2 stops35h 20m
Thu 12/1106:15 -
2 stops44h 45m
Deal found 26/8£861

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Round-trip from

£705

One-way from

£422

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,590
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 24/11-22/1
  • 3 total stops
  • 63h 55m total
  • United Kingdom to Christchurch
30/11
  • 30/11
  • 3 total stops
  • 36h 20m total
  • United Kingdom to Christchurch
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£111 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£18 potential savings vs. average return price).
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LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 3/12

19:20-00:35

2 stops40h 15m

Christchurch

Wed 19/5

06:30-12:45

2 stops41h 15m

£886

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 27/11

08:50-00:35

2 stops26h 45m

Christchurch

Sun 23/5

06:30-12:45

2 stops41h 15m

£918

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Thu 5/11

13:55-00:35

2 stops45h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 25/11

08:05-12:05

2 stops41h 00m

£1,054

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Sun 14/2

20:55-14:10

2 stops28h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 1/3

06:10-06:40

2 stops37h 30m

£1,118

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 12/2

19:20-23:20

2 stops39h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 1/3

11:25-06:40

2 stops32h 15m

£1,118

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Tue 3/11

21:00-23:59

2 stops37h 59m

Christchurch

Thu 3/12

09:10-05:25

2 stops33h 15m

£1,163

LondonChristchurch

LHR London Heathrow - CHC Christchurch

LHRCHC

London Heathrow

Fri 12/2

08:50-00:35

2 stops26h 45m

Christchurch

Sat 27/2

06:00-06:40

2 stops37h 40m

£1,199

EdinburghChristchurch

EDI Edinburgh Turnhouse - CHC Christchurch

EDICHC

Edinburgh Turnhouse

Wed 11/11

20:55-00:10

2 stops38h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 30/11

09:15-19:05

2 stops46h 50m

£1,202

BirminghamChristchurch

BHX Birmingham - CHC Christchurch

BHXCHC

Birmingham

Thu 3/12

13:40-14:00

2 stops35h 20m

Christchurch

Sun 17/1

18:20-11:40

2 stops30h 20m

£1,217

LondonChristchurch

STN London Stansted - CHC Christchurch

STNCHC

London Stansted

Wed 4/11

20:15-14:00

2 stops28h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 24/11

18:20-12:05

2 stops30h 45m

£1,285

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to Christchurch (average of £1,192). Flying from United Kingdom to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,736). 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.

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

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from the United Kingdom to Christchurch, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Walter,Aug 2026

DPS - SIN

My experience with Cathay Pacific started badly and only became more frustrating as the trip continued. It began when my original flight, which I had booked in Business Class, was canceled. Because of the cancellation, I was involuntarily downgraded. I understood that disruptions happen and was willing to accept the downgrade, but the way Cathay Pacific handled the situation afterward was extremely disappointing. The biggest issue was the lack of communication between airports. When I arrived at the next airport, the staff apparently had no record or confirmation that Cathay Pacific had downgraded me. As a result, I was forced to wait approximately an hour and a half while they tried to verify what had happened and determine how to handle my reservation. This happened at around 2:00 a.m., after an exhausting travel day that had already stretched to roughly 22 hours because of delays. At that point, I was completely exhausted and simply wanted to get to my destination and rest. Having to spend another 90 minutes resolving an issue that should have already been documented and communicated internally made an already difficult travel experience considerably worse. What was even more disappointing was the refund process. Because I had paid for Business Class but was involuntarily downgraded, I expected the fare difference to be refunded automatically. Instead, I discovered that I had to contact Cathay Pacific myself to request reimbursement. When I called, I was initially told that my situation did not qualify for a refund and that I would only be offered a travel voucher. I found that response unacceptable. I had paid for Business Class transportation that Cathay Pacific ultimately did not provide. A voucher requiring me to spend money with the airline again is not the same as refunding money for a service that was never delivered. After several heated minutes of discussion, Cathay Pacific finally agreed to refund both tickets. The cancellation itself was understandable. Even the involuntary downgrade was something I was prepared to accept given the circumstances. What made this experience unacceptable was the poor communication between airports, the lengthy middle-of-the-night delay caused by Cathay Pacific’s internal handling of the downgrade, and then having to argue simply to receive a refund for the Business Class service I had paid for but did not receive. For an airline that markets itself as a premium international carrier, I expected significantly better communication, customer service, and handling of an involuntary downgrade. Unfortunately, after this experience, Cathay Pacific has lost my confidence as a customer. This will be the last time I choose to fly with them.

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LufthansaCheapest£430Average£1,217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air New ZealandCheapest£1,112Average£1,421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Cathay PacificCheapest£1,120Average£1,492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapest£1,123Average£1,552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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