Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Wellington to Christchurch are usually found in May or November, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday
Find 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 9 December 2025.
Best time to book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Wellington to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 5 December 2025.
The best time to book flights from Wellington to Christchurch is 76 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch (average of £35). Flying from Wellington to Christchurch in September is currently the most expensive (average of £51). 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 9 December 2025.
Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 51% on flights from Wellington to Christchurch by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
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 9 December 2025.
The most flights from WLG to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (41 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).
How often are flights from Wellington to Christchurch delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between Wellington and Christchurch have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 83 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Wellington to Christchurch flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Wellington to Christchurch flights?
Over the past year, Jetstar have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.
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 9 December 2025.
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from Wellington to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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How popular is this Wellington to Christchurch flight route?
This flight path from Wellington to Christchurch was viewed by 19 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 £43, Jetstar will fly you from Wellington to Christchurch and back. In addition to Jetstar, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Users have found that Jetstar is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Wellington to Christchurch?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Wellington to Christchurch are Singapore Airlines (92%), Etihad Airways (83%) and Emirates (81%).
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 holiday 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wellington to Christchurch (average of £35). Flying from Wellington to Christchurch in September is currently the most expensive (average of £51). 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.
Explore flights to Christchurch departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 9 December 2025.
Top airline flying from Wellington to Christchurch
Discover the top airline 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 9 December 2025.
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Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Wellington to Christchurch become cheaper?
Yes, Cheapflights has a feature called Price Alert, which notifies users when flight prices change. Track prices for your flight to Christchurch from Wellington today and book when prices fit your budget.
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