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Find the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland International

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

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Christchurch to Auckland: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$90
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 25 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week533

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Christchurch to Auckland International 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 Christchurch to Auckland International.
Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and EVA Air fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland International.
As of April 2024, there are 533 flights per week flying from Christchurch to Auckland International.
The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Auckland International is usually June.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch Airport to Auckland International Airport on Tuesday, 11 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 Auckland International 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 Auckland International is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Jetstar offers the cheapest flight tickets to Auckland International.

Which airlines fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

Two airlines have non-stop flights from Christchurch to Auckland:

Air New Zealand also has 1-stop flights that transit at other New Zealand airports.

Is there a time difference between Christchurch and Auckland?

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

What is the weather like in Auckland?

Auckland is warmer than Christchurch, with average temperatures from 11°C in the winter to 20°C in the summer. However, Auckland also gets around 3 times as much rain, especially from May to August.

How expensive is Auckland?

Christchurch

Auckland

Average cost of a meal

$20.00

$16.00

Average cost of a coffee

$4.50

$4.55

Average cost of a taxi from the airport to the CBD

$30–$40

$38–$75

Essential travel information for Auckland

  • You don't need a passport for domestic flights from Christchurch to Auckland, but you do need to show some form of valid photo ID.
  • Taking a weekend break? Find out how to spend 48 hours in Auckland.

Departing from Christchurch

Christchurch Airport (CHC) is 11km or a 15-minute drive from Christchurch CBD. Short-term and long-term parking are available at the airport, or you can get there by taxi or bus.

The airport has 1 terminal divided into domestic and international sections. Check-in desks are on the ground floor, with departures upstairs. Most flights to Auckland depart from the domestic section, but some may use the international section during busy times.

You should arrive at Christchurch Airport 1 hour before your flight. To pass the time while waiting, you can relax in a lounge, visit a cafe or use the free Wi-Fi throughout the terminal.

Arriving in Auckland

Auckland Airport (AKL) is the busiest airport in New Zealand. It has 2 separate terminals for international and domestic flights.

Flights from Christchurch to Auckland arrive at the Domestic Terminal, which is further divided according to airline. Air New Zealand passengers pick up their bags in the centre of the terminal, while Jetstar's baggage claim is to the left.

The airport is 21km from Auckland CBD. This takes about 20 minutes by car or taxi (up to $75). The SkyBus is slower at 45 minutes, but cheaper at $18. You can also book a shuttle transfer or hire a car in Auckland.

Return flights from Auckland to Christchurch

If you know when you'll be returning, you can secure cheap flights to Christchurch from Auckland by booking your flights in advance.

Domestic flights from Auckland Airport leave from the Domestic Terminal. This is in a separate building to the International Terminal, connected by a shuttle bus and walkway.

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