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17:35 - 23:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
19h 24m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
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6:00 - 16:25CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
21h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
R19 662Qantas Airways
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 7:25JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
57h 25m2 stops Hong Kong Intl Auckland Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:00 - 7:55CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
33h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Hong Kong Intl
R20 897Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 1
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
41h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates Logo
18:10 - 20:30CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R20 931Emirates
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 10
Emirates Logo
10:10 - 14:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
41h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith
Emirates Logo
18:10 - 20:30CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl
R20 947Emirates
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 10
Qantas Airways Logo
17:35 - 23:59JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
19h 24m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith
Qantas Airways Logo
19:40 - 20:05CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
35h 25m2 stops Auckland Intl Perth
R21 298Qantas Airways
Mon, Mar 15 - Thu, Apr 1
Multiple Airlines Logo
13:45 - 13:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
36h 35m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Auckland Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:15 - 8:40CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
37h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl
R21 532Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 10
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
38h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:20 - 7:25CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
R23 752Cathay Pacific
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 23:50CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
26h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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12:00 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R25 254Singapore Airlines
Sun, Mar 7 - Wed, Mar 31
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10:40 - 15:25CPT  Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch
41h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
Singapore Airlines Logo
8:05 - 9:25CHC  Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl
36h 20m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R26 005Singapore Airlines
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 19
Cathay Pacific Logo
11:00 - 12:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch
38h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
Cathay Pacific Logo
14:20 - 7:25CHC  Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl
R31 213Cathay Pacific
Tue, Dec 8 - Mon, Dec 14

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JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/3

17:35-23:59

1 stop19h 24m

Christchurch

Thu 1/4

6:00-16:25

1 stop21h 25m

R19 662

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/3

11:00-7:25

2 stops57h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 1/4

9:00-7:55

2 stops33h 55m

R20 897

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

10:10-14:15

2 stops41h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

18:10-20:30

2 stops37h 20m

R20 931

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

10:10-14:15

2 stops41h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

18:10-20:30

2 stops37h 20m

R20 947

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/3

17:35-23:59

1 stop19h 24m

Christchurch

Thu 1/4

19:40-20:05

2 stops35h 25m

R21 298

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

13:45-13:20

3 stops36h 35m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

6:15-8:40

3 stops37h 25m

R21 532

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/11

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 5/12

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R23 752

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Sun 7/3

10:40-23:50

2 stops26h 10m

Christchurch

Wed 31/3

12:00-9:25

3 stops32h 25m

R25 254

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/3

10:40-15:25

2 stops41h 45m

Christchurch

Fri 19/3

8:05-9:25

3 stops36h 20m

R26 005

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/12

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 14/12

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R31 213

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from South Africa is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around R19 929, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in August, then you should wait until May to fly from South Africa, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R20 230.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Christchurch?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around R21 578 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from South Africa for as low as R17 960 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTAugust8% cheaperFlying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Christchurch costs on average just R19 929 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember18% more expensiveIt costs about R25 487 for flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORTDecember646% more users visitedMore momondo users searched in flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Cheap Christchurch flight deals and tips

Summary info about Christchurch flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price

R13 553

Best Round-Trip Price

R19 562

Fastest flight time

32h 10m

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December
The best one-way flight price to Christchurch from South Africa in the last 5 days is R13 553 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Christchurch).
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The best return flight price to Christchurch from South Africa in the last 5 days is R19 562 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Christchurch).
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The fastest flight to Christchurch from South Africa takes 32h 10m (Durban King Shaka Intl to Christchurch).
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December has the highest demand for flights to Christchurch, with a 9% price increase on average.
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Frequently asked questions about flying to Christchurch

How far in advance should I book a flight to Christchurch?

The ideal time to book your flight to Christchurch is 68 days in advance, when prices tend to average R21 578.

Is there an alternative airport near Christchurch?

Those flying to Christchurch could potentially find better pricing at Timaru Airport (141 km from Christchurch city centre) or Kaikoura Airport (151 km from Christchurch city centre) depending on the month and departure airport.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Christchurch Airport?

Prices for flights to Christchurch Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Christchurch Airport?

As of November 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights to Christchurch Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Christchurch Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel to Christchurch Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Can I find flights to Christchurch with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for flights to Christchurch to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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