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Christchurch.R 8,942 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 8,942, select.
Christchurch.R 9,627 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,627, select.
Christchurch.R 9,645 per passenger.Departing Sat, 25 Oct.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 25 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,645, select.
Christchurch.R 9,976 per passenger.Departing Sat, 20 Sep.One-way flight with Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 9,976, select.
Christchurch.R 11,820 per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Dec.One-way flight with FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 2 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 11,820, select.
Christchurch.R 13,035 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,035, select.
Christchurch.R 13,316 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul.One-way flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,316, select.
Christchurch.R 13,992 per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Apr.One-way flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 28 Apr, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 13,992, select.

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Oct
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Dec
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Airports near Christchurch

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Frequently asked questions

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from R 14,642.
The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch is usually March.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between South Africa and Christchurch Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
The best price we found for a return flight to Christchurch is R 14,642. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Christchurch Airport is Sunday, 1 March 2026.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Cathay Pacific offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Flying to Christchurch

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 8,942
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Discover Christchurch

How to find cheap flights to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Christchurch International Airport is R 8,942. A round-trip plane ticket to CHC right now is R 14,642.

  • Stay updated on fares by creating a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to CHC go down, we'll let you know.

  • The earlier you book, the better. You might even be able to score some excellent early bird deals on tickets to Christchurch, where Christchurch International Airport is located.

  • Check the 'Add nearby airports' filter and widen your search for cheap flights to Christchurch. This will list every airport around your departure and destination points.

  • Search for plane tickets to Christchurch International Airport that come with a stop. Connecting flights often offer better prices. After your results appear, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Christchurch

  • The cheapest month to board a flight to Christchurch is usually May.

  • Use the 'Whole month' tool if your travel dates are flexible. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to CHC that fits your budget and itinerary.

  • If you'd love to experience Christchurch at its busiest, book your flights to CHC for July. Travelling during peak seasons typically means more to do and see compared to other times of the year.

  • The quietest time of the year to travel is April. Lock in your plane tickets to Christchurch then and enjoy sightseeing at a slower pace.

  • Check the weather conditions before you travel. January is the warmest time of year in Christchurch, with averages of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 1ºC (34ºF) to 12ºC (54ºF).

  • With four days of rain on average, February is the driest month in Christchurch.

  • Expect the heaviest showers in October, which gets around seven days of wet weather.

Flying to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know

  • Offering direct flights to Christchurch International Airport, these popular airlines make travelling to Christchurch nice and easy:

  • If you want to jet away with the most punctual carrier, book your CHC plane ticket with Cathay Pacific. Up to 84% of its flights to this airport touch down on schedule.

  • Once you arrive at CHC, you'll be in the UTC+13 timezone.

  • Whether you're coming in late or just want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfortable hotels near Christchurch International Airport. Kick back at one of these after your flight to CHC:

  • You can pick up a car hire in CHC with trusted suppliers such as Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals. Hop in and get ready to explore Christchurch and beyond.

  • Flights out of Christchurch International Airport reach their destination as scheduled 74% of the time. This percentage provides a snapshot of the airport's overall punctuality.

  • Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, Canterbury Region, New Zealand.

Getting to central Christchurch from Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • Central Christchurch is about 56 kilometres from CHC.

  • After landing from your flight to CHC, the drive to the centre takes around 1 hour.

  • A good hotel can make all the difference. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in Christchurch:

Christchurch highlights

  • Step off your flight to Christchurch and make a beeline for these well-known attractions:

    • International Antarctic Centre: Offering a great first impression of everything the city has to offer, this landmark is around 8 kilometres north-west of the centre.

    • Heather Garden: Take some time out here while exploring Christchurch. You'll find this park roughly 2 kilometres west of the centre.

    • Victoria Lake: Want more reasons to visit Christchurch? This landmark brings in the crowds and is about 2 kilometres south-west of the city centre.

How to get to Ashburton from Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • Starting your trip in Ashburton? From CHC, it'll take around 1 hour 10 minutes to drive there. The city is about 88 kilometres from the airport.

  • Plan for a travel time of roughly 2 hours 5 minutes when making your way to Ashburton on public transport.

Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Kaiapoi

  • About 14 kilometres away, Kaiapoi is another city that you can easily reach from Christchurch International Airport. It'll take you around 1 hour 15 minutes to make the journey by public transport from CHC.

  • The drive time to Kaiapoi is roughly 20 minutes.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • New Zealand isn't short of places to explore. Carry on to Nelson, located about 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade are just the start of its must-sees.

  • Ashburton is another standout destination in New Zealand and is roughly 80 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Get right to the good parts at attractions like CharRees Vineyard, Argyle Park and Ashburton Aviation Museum.

  • Expand your adventure to Timaru. Roughly 145 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, Timaru - Little blue penguins, Coastal Walkway and Washdyke Lagoon Wildlife Refuge are reason enough to go.

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