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SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 9/12
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 16/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 10/12
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 16/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Tue 1/12
6:25-21:05
1 stop12h 40m
Christchurch
Wed 16/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/11
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Sat 7/11
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Sat 6/2
13:25-0:05
1 stop8h 40m
Christchurch
Sat 27/2
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 3/12
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 9/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/11
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 11/11
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Thu 5/11
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 11/11
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Mon 23/11
12:30-17:40
Nonstop3h 10m
Christchurch
Wed 2/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
SydneyChristchurch
SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - CHC Christchurch
SYDCHC
Sydney Kingsford Smith
Wed 25/11
11:00-21:05
1 stop8h 05m
Christchurch
Wed 2/12
9:10-10:40
Nonstop3h 30m
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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Christchurch
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Christchurch?
Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.
Typical prices usually range from R5 379 to R8 729.The lowest price recently found on this route was R5 792.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?
The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Sydney is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around R6 468, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in May, then you should wait until August to fly from Sydney, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R6 897.
What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around R7 521 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 Sydney for as low as R6 518 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Sydney to Christchurch flights?
There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Sydney to Christchurch flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How often are flights from Sydney to Christchurch delayed?
Historically, on average around 35% of flights between Sydney and Christchurch have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Sydney to Christchurch flights?
Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing at night have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Sunday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney to Christchurch flights?
According to our data, Air New Zealand have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 26% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Christchurch on average per day?
The number of flights available between Sydney and Christchurch is 23 per day as of October 2026. The most frequent departure time is 19:00, with 40% of daily flights leaving at midday.
How many flights depart from Sydney to Christchurch on average per week?
As of October 2026, there are 162 flights per week flying from Sydney to Christchurch. The most common day of the week flights depart is Wed, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Christchurch
How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch by plane?
There are 2136,1 km between Sydney Kingsford Smith and Christchurch.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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 Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Christchurch?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Sydney to Christchurch is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (30,67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A380-800 (29,43%), Airbus A320neo (21,08%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (17,51%).
Why use momondo?
Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to Christchurch?
Finding the right flight to Christchurch from Sydney is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Christchurch quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Sydney to Christchurch with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Christchurch from Sydney which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to Christchurch?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Christchurch and let you know when they change.