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Find the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch

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

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Auckland to Christchurch: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Auckland to Christchurch below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Christchurch.

Auckland to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$90
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week484

Finding cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Auckland 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 to Christchurch.
Air New Zealand, Etihad Airways and EVA Air fly direct from Auckland to Christchurch.
As of April 2024, there are 484 flights per week flying from Auckland to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Auckland to Christchurch Airport on Wednesday, 12 June 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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Christchurch is Jetstar .

Which airlines fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

  • Currently, Air New Zealand and Jetstar operate direct flights to Christchurch from Auckland, but these depart regularly.
  • For a spread of fares across weeks instead of days, try our calendar tool, and to stay on top of cheap flights from Auckland to Christchurch every day, download our mobile app.

How easy is it to depart on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Auckland Airport is the busiest hub in New Zealand and offers lots of nonstop flights to Christchurch. This airport has 2 terminals.

  • Domestic Terminal – flights to Christchurch depart from this terminal.

Within the Domestic Terminal there is access to free Wifi, dining outlets, shops, charging points, ATMs and premier lounges. A free shuttle service links the terminals. 

Arrive at Auckland Airport at least 1 hour before your flight to Christchurch is due to depart.

What do I need before I fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

  • A form of official photo-ID is required for domestic air travel.
  • If you do not carry an Australian or a New Zealand passport, you may need to apply for a visa – please go to the New Zealand government website.

What is Christchurch Airport like?

Christchurch Airport is the South Island’s largest airport, and sees nonstop flights from Auckland arrive frequently. It also has very good forwarding domestic and international routes. This airport has 1 terminal.

  • Main Terminal – all flights from Auckland to Christchurch fly into this terminal.

Expect to find dining and shopping outlets, ATMs, VIP lounges, car rental desks, a tourist booking centre, and free WiFi.

What is the weather like in Christchurch?

  • Summers in the city are typically in 22-23°C, whilst winter are a cool but mild 11-13°C.

Is there a time difference between Auckland and Christchurch?

  • There is no time difference between Auckland and Christchurch.

Is Christchurch cheaper than Auckland?

Christchurch is the less expensive city out of the two. Plus, you can find cheap accommodation in Christchurch with Skyscanner, and learn about what you can do in Christchurch with our city guide.   

  Auckland Christchurch
Average cost of a meal for 2 people $90 $80
Average cost of a coffee $4.55 $4.45
Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD $38-75 $45-65

What about return flights from Christchurch to Auckland?

Try pressing the Return option when looking for your initial flights to see round-trip rates, or go to our Christchurch to Auckland flights page for detailed information on this route. 

Please note that the information provided above is accurate as of May 2019


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