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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Auckland International to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Auckland to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$90
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week465

Finding cheap flights from Auckland International to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland International to Christchurch is $90. 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.
1 hour and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Auckland International to Christchurch.
Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways and EVA Air fly direct from Auckland International to Christchurch.
As of May 2024, there are 466 flights per week flying from Auckland International to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland International to Christchurch is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland International Airport to Christchurch Airport on Tuesday, 23 July 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 25 minutes.
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.
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, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Which airlines fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Direct Auckland to Christchurch flights are available every day of the week with 2 airlines:

Air New Zealand also has 1-stop flights connecting in other New Zealand airports.

Is there a time difference between Auckland and Christchurch?

No. All cities in New Zealand are on the same time.

What is the weather like in Christchurch?

Christchurch is 3°C to 5°C cooler than Auckland across the year. It's also much drier, only getting around a third of the rainfall.

How expensive is Christchurch?

Auckland

Christchurch

Average cost of a meal

$16.00

$20.00

Average cost of a coffee

$4.55

$4.50

Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD

$38–$75

$30–$40

Essential travel information for Christchurch

  • You'll need to show valid photo ID to board Auckland to Christchurch flights.
  • Get ideas for hotels, restaurants and things to do with Skyscanner's Christchurch guide.

Departing from Auckland

Auckland International Airport (AKL) is New Zealand's largest airport. It has 2 separate terminals handling domestic and international flights. A free shuttle bus runs between these terminals every 15 minutes.

Auckland to Christchurch flights depart from the Domestic Terminal. This terminal is open every day of the year from 5am to 11pm and features a food court, cafes, shops and free Wi-Fi to help you pass the time. As you enter the terminal, Air New Zealand check-in counters are on your left and Jetstar check-in is on the right.

It's recommended that you get to Auckland International at least 1 hour before flights to Christchurch and other domestic flights.

Arriving in Christchurch

Christchurch Airport (CHC) has a single terminal for all flights, divided into domestic and international sections. The domestic section closes after the last flight of the day, usually around 11pm.

After disembarking the plane, passengers head to the baggage claim area on the ground floor. This is surrounded by shops, restaurants, car hire desks and other airport services that may be used before heading to the exit.

Christchurch Airport is 11km from the city centre. This takes around 15 minutes in a taxi, which can cost up to $65, or 45 minutes by bus for $5.

Return flights from Christchurch to Auckland

If you're flying back to Auckland from Christchurch, it's important to note that some of these domestic flights depart from the international section.

All travellers must have valid photo ID to check in and board flights in this section, including children and infants.

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Please note: all information is correct as of November 2018.


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