Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

Qantas Airways, Emirates and Cathay Pacific are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Christchurch from South Africa according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Christchurch. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Christchurch on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Christchurch?

Cathay Pacific, Emirates, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Christchurch

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

Prices for flights from South Africa to Christchurch Airport refresh daily.

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Christchurch Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Christchurch Airport.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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18:45 - 23:59JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

18h 14m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

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

20h 00m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R16 112Qantas Airways

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

9:00 - 23:59CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

27h 59m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 - 19:55CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

24h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

R17 419Qantas Airways

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

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

37h 55m3 stops Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne Auckland Intl

15:25 - 15:20CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl

R18 808Multiple Airlines

Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, May 1

12:25 - 0:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-CHC Christchurch

49h 25m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Brisbane

9:15 - 10:55CHC Christchurch-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

60h 40m3 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

R20 524Multiple Airlines

Sun, Nov 8 - Sun, Nov 15

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

37h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:10 - 16:40CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 671Emirates

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

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

37h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:10 - 16:40CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

R20 802Emirates

Fri, Nov 6 - Fri, Nov 13

9:50 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

43h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:10 - 8:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

61h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R20 818Etihad Airways

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19

9:50 - 16:00JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

43h 10m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:10 - 8:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

61h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

R21 031Etihad Airways

Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19

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 178Cathay Pacific

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Jan 31

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

R28 547Cathay Pacific

Sat, Nov 28 - Fri, Jan 8

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

40h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 20:35CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R26 766Emirates

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

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

40h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 10:15CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

50h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R28 498Emirates

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11

18:25 - 13:55CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

32h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 20:30CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

37h 10m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

R32 322Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 20

13:15 - 0:20CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

48h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:20 - 18:05CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

46h 45m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

R33 123Emirates

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 20

18:45 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

32h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 16:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

33h 05m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R35 459Qantas Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11

18:45 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

32h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 20:05CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

36h 45m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Perth

R35 509Qantas Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

11:00 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

39h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 5:30CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

46h 10m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R35 917Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 11

11:00 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

39h 55m3 stops Durban King Shaka Intl Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 20:35CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

R35 917Multiple Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

10:40 - 9:25CPT Cape Town Intl-CHC Christchurch

35h 45m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi Auckland Intl

12:00 - 9:25CHC Christchurch-CPT Cape Town Intl

32h 25m3 stops Auckland Intl Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo

R36 440Multiple Airlines

Fri, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 20

18:45 - 13:55JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo-CHC Christchurch

32h 10m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

6:00 - 16:25CHC Christchurch-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 25m1 stop Sydney Kingsford Smith

R37 878Qantas Airways

Thu, Oct 1 - Sat, Oct 10

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Oct 24

JNB18:45Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 14m

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CHC23:59Christchurch

Oct 31

CHC6:00Christchurch

20h 00m

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JNB15:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

R16 112

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Nov 7

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

27h 59m

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CHC23:59Christchurch

Nov 14

CHC6:00Christchurch

24h 55m

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CPT19:55Cape Town Intl

R17 419

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Nov 7

CPT9:00Cape Town Intl

27h 59m

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Nov 14

CHC6:00Christchurch

24h 55m

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CPT19:55Cape Town Intl

R18 040

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Nov 6

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

37h 50m

1 stop

CHC14:15Christchurch

Nov 13

CHC18:10Christchurch

33h 30m

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JNB16:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

R20 671

Emirates

Nov 7

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

37h 40m

1 stop

CHC14:15Christchurch

Nov 14

CHC18:10Christchurch

33h 35m

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R21 178

Emirates

Nov 7

CPT13:35Cape Town Intl

37h 40m

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CHC18:10Christchurch

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R17 419

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Sun 15/11

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R20 524

JohannesburgChristchurch

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13:25-14:15

1 stop37h 50m

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18:10-16:40

1 stop33h 30m

R20 671

JohannesburgChristchurch

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13:25-14:15

1 stop37h 50m

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1 stop33h 30m

R20 802

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

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Tue 12/1

9:50-16:00

2 stops43h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 19/1

6:10-8:25

2 stops61h 15m

R20 818

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

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Tue 12/1

9:50-16:00

2 stops43h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 19/1

6:10-8:25

2 stops61h 15m

R21 031

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

JNBCHC

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Fri 4/12

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Sun 31/1

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R21 178

JohannesburgChristchurch

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - CHC Christchurch

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Sat 28/11

11:00-12:50

1 stop38h 50m

Christchurch

Fri 8/1

14:20-7:25

1 stop28h 05m

R28 547

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from South Africa to Christchurch

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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 544, 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 772.

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 048 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 975 on momondo.

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Best price found	R11 520
Fastest flight time	27h 59m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Christchurch from South Africa in the past 72 hours is R11 520. The best return flight deal from South Africa to Christchurch found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R16 112.

The fastest flight from South Africa to Christchurch takes 27h 59m

There are no direct flights from South Africa to Christchurch. There are no popular flight routes from South Africa to Christchurch.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Christchurch Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Christchurch Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Christchurch Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Christchurch Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Christchurch Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R13 738	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 497 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R14 923	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 615 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom R17 899	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 1 102 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R20 333	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 669 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R20 746	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 539 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights

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