Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

Qantas Airways is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Christchurch. Emirates, Cathay Pacific and Singapore Airlines are also popular choices when flying to Christchurch from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Christchurch will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Singapore Airlines Flights to Christchurch

Singapore Airlines operates around 15 flights into Christchurch in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Auckland Intl, with the best return Singapore Airlines deal found being R15 014 (Cape Town Intl to Christchurch). Users have rated Singapore Airlines 8,2/10 in over 1 628 reviews on momondo.

Emirates Flights to Christchurch

Emirates flies to Christchurch 38 times per week usually, making it a popular airline to fly with, particularly when heading to Christchurch from Auckland Intl. Emirates (rating: 8,1, 3 680 reviews) varies in price depending on when and where you want to fly to Christchurch from. The best Emirates ticket price found on momondo to Christchurch was from Cape Town Intl (R20 421 return).

R10 932 Cheap Flights to Christchurch in 2026/27

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13:45 - 14:40JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

37h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Auckland Intl

9:00 - 8:40CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

R18 758Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 10

20:20 - 23:45JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

40h 25m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

9:00 - 8:40CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

R19 728Multiple Airlines

Fri, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 10

20:20 - 17:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

34h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

9:00 - 8:40CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

34h 40m3 stops Auckland Intl Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl

R19 793Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

17:35 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

19h 24m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R19 925Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7

17:35 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

19h 24m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R19 941Qantas Airways

Mon, Nov 2 - Sat, Nov 7

10:10 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

41h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 10:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

51h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R20 615Emirates

Fri, Feb 26 - Wed, Mar 10

13:25 - 14:15JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

37h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 20:30CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R20 615Emirates

Tue, Feb 16 - Wed, Mar 10

17:35 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

19h 24m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R20 632Qantas Airways

Mon, Feb 8 - Mon, Feb 22

11:00 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

38h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 7:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R21 536Cathay Pacific

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 23

11:00 - 12:50JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

38h 50m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 7:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

R21 536Cathay Pacific

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 21

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10:05 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

40h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 20:30CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R21 125Emirates

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

22:30 - 0:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

38h 40m2 stops Perth Melbourne

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R21 668Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

22:30 - 0:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

38h 40m2 stops Perth Melbourne

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R21 783Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

20:00 - 13:55CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

30h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 18:00CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R22 243Emirates

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

20:00 - 13:55CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

30h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 18:00CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

34h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R22 325Emirates

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

10:05 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

40h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 20:30CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R22 391Emirates

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

22:30 - 0:10JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

38h 40m2 stops Perth Melbourne

14:15 - 18:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

39h 10m2 stops Auckland Intl Perth

R24 742Qantas Airways

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

7:00 - 13:55CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

43h 55m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 18:15CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

59h 05m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R33 274Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26

20:25 - 10:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

26h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R38 847Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

13:45 - 10:20JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

33h 35m1 stop Singapore Changi

6:00 - 15:00CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R38 929Multiple Airlines

Tue, Oct 20 - Thu, Oct 29

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JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

13:45-14:40

3 stops37h 55m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

9:00-8:40

3 stops34h 40m

R18 758

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

20:20-23:45

2 stops40h 25m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

9:00-8:40

3 stops34h 40m

R19 728

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/2

20:20-17:20

2 stops34h 00m

Christchurch

Mon 22/2

9:00-8:40

3 stops34h 40m

R19 793

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JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

17:35-23:59

1 stop19h 24m

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

6:00-15:00

1 stop20h 00m

R19 925

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 2/11

17:35-23:59

1 stop19h 24m

Christchurch

Sat 7/11

6:00-15:00

1 stop20h 00m

R19 941

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/2

10:10-14:15

2 stops41h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

18:10-10:25

2 stops51h 15m

R20 615

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/2

13:25-14:15

2 stops37h 50m

Christchurch

Wed 10/3

18:10-20:30

2 stops37h 20m

R20 615

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/2

17:35-23:59

1 stop19h 24m

Christchurch

Mon 22/2

6:00-15:00

1 stop20h 00m

R20 632

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Mon 23/11

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R21 536

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/11

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Sat 21/11

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R21 536

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Christchurch flights insights and trends

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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 629, 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 R19 925.

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 240 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 R18 084 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	8% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Christchurch costs on average just R19 629 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	18% more expensive	It costs about R25 104 for flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	640% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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Summary info about Christchurch flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R10 932
Best Round-Trip Price	R18 758
Fastest flight time	47h 00m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Christchurch from South Africa in the last 5 days is R10 932 (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 R18 758 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Christchurch).

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The fastest flight to Christchurch from South Africa takes 47h 00m (Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 70 days in advance, when prices tend to average R21 240.

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 October 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.

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Christchurch?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs; momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight for you.

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.

How can momondo help me find flights to Christchurch?

Once all potential Christchurch flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.

I’m not ready to book a flight to Christchurch right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Of course. momondo tracks the price of Christchurch flights. All you need is a valid email address and we will do the rest; it is that quick and easy.

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