Cheap flights to Christchurch

Cheap flights to Christchurch

The cheapest one-way fare found this week from each departure city, in the currency we show for that city.

• From MelbourneMar 1, nonstop $207
• From SydneyFeb 20, nonstop $227
• From SingaporeMar 8, 1 stop $332
• From GuangzhouDec 4, 1 stop $464
• From ShanghaiNov 8, 2 stops $526
• From Hong KongSep 25, 1 stop $577

When it’s cheapest to fly to Christchurch

December, March and September, going by fares found this week from 6 departure cities. Lower bars are cheaper.

1. NovNovember 2026: about 27% above each city’s cheapest month
2. DecDecember 2026: about 14% above each city’s cheapest month
3. JanJanuary 2027: about 33% above each city’s cheapest month
4. FebFebruary 2027: about 26% above each city’s cheapest month
5. MarMarch 2027: about 7% above each city’s cheapest month
6. SepSeptember 2027: about 14% above each city’s cheapest month

Arriving in Christchurch

Flights land at Christchurch (CHC, 9 km from the centre).

Airport transfer

• Welcome PickupsPre-booked private transfer into Christchurch at a fixed price; the driver meets you at arrivals.
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• GetTransferCompare offers from local drivers for a ride in Christchurch.
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Car and scooter hire

• Car hire at Christchurch (CHC)Compare rental companies at the airport.
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• Scooter and bike rental in ChristchurchScooters, motorbikes and bicycles from local rental shops, booked online.
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Luggage storage

• Luggage storage in ChristchurchDrop your bags at a shop or hotel near the station or centre, from a few euros a day.
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Things to do in Christchurch

Popular experiences on Viator, as Viator ranks them. “From” is the lowest price per person; the price for your date and group can differ.

• TranzAlpine Train, Arthur's Pass and Castle Hill Day Trip 10 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $221.64 per person
• Akaroa Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Christchurch 9.5 hours From $169.14 per person
• Mt Cook & Tekapo Small-Group Tour from Christchurch with lunch 13 hours, free cancellation (terms on Viator) From $156.95 per person

• All tours in Christchurch on ViatorTours, day trips and tickets; many can be cancelled for free.
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• Christchurch on KlookTours, attraction tickets and transport passes, with a wide choice in Asia.
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Mobile data in New Zealand

A travel eSIM for New Zealand costs from $4. Install it before you fly; most plans start when you first connect in the destination.

• 1 GB, 3 days$4
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• 3 GB, 3 days$9
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• 5 GB, 7 days$13
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