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Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from £163

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — CHC
22 jan — 29 jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch are usually found in August or March, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 janeiro 2025.

Round-trip from

£275

One-way from

£163

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£319
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 19/3-26/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 45m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
1/6
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 23h 15m total
  • Sydney to Christchurch
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 janeiro 2025.

qua 19/317:45SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 10mAir New Zealand
qua 26/306:15CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 17/1£275
sex 14/218:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
sex 21/206:00CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£308
sáb 1/1118:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mQantas Airways
qui 13/1116:30CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mQantas Airways
Deal found 17/1£334
sex 11/407:50SYD - CHC
Nonstop3h 05mEmirates
qua 23/416:45CHC - SYD
Nonstop3h 35mEmirates
Deal found 15/1£346
dom 10/814:40SYD - CHC
1 stop19h 35mFiji Airways
ter 19/809:40CHC - SYD
2 stops14h 30mFiji Airways
Deal found 17/1£603

Find flights from Sydney to Christchurch within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 janeiro 2025.

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SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qua 19/3

17:45-22:55

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

qua 26/3

06:15-07:50

Nonstop3h 35m

£275

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sex 14/2

18:50-23:55

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

sex 21/2

06:00-07:35

Nonstop3h 35m

£308

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qui 10/4

18:55-23:59

Nonstop3h 04m

Christchurch

qua 23/4

16:45-18:20

Nonstop3h 35m

£334

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sex 11/4

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

qua 23/4

16:45-18:20

Nonstop3h 35m

£346

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom 16/3

14:00-09:50

2 stops17h 50m

Christchurch

qui 20/3

06:15-21:50

2 stops17h 35m

£746

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

dom 1/6

11:50-13:05

1 stop23h 15m

£163

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

sex 28/2

17:45-22:55

Nonstop3h 10m

£172

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

qua 12/3

17:45-22:55

Nonstop3h 10m

£184

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

seg 10/3

18:50-23:55

Nonstop3h 05m

£193

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

ter 4/2

18:50-23:55

Nonstop3h 05m

£203

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch

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Travel insights for flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Sydney to Christchurch including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 62 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of £1,569). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,276). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SYD to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 janeiro 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Christchurch at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 3% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch

Explore weekly flight availability from Sydney to Christchurch. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 17 janeiro 2025.

The most flights from SYD to CHC are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Christchurch by month

Plan your trip to Christchurch by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 17 janeiro 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Fiji Airways, Qantas Airways and Emirates from Sydney to Christchurch. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

8.1
Very Good
187 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.9
Good
485 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.5
Good
821 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

7.5
Good
434 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,351 reviews

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Not so good. Flight was departed 2 hours late from DC and we missed our connecting flight from Dubai to Mumbai. Our flight Dubai to Mumbai got delayed by three hours. Once we arrived Bombay airport we didnot get all our luggage bags. We were missing two luggage bags so found out that our those two luggage bags are coming in different flight. First they gave us wrong flight information in which our missing luggage coming and wrong phone number to whom we should reach out. I spent hours and hours at the airport to find out our luggage bags. After four five hours later and hectic time at the airport to get our luggage bags. Overall poor communication with emirates staff at the airport and no one is helpful.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sydney to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Christchurch is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Christchurch from Sydney Kingsford Smith. Booking flights from Kingsford Smith (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) should be relatively easy as there are 23 daily flights to Christchurch from 3 different airlines. 3h 05m is how long a flight from Sydney to Christchurch will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Sydney to Christchurch flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sydney to Christchurch round-trip?

    According to our current data, Air New Zealand (£275), Qantas Airways (£334), and Emirates (£346) offers the cheapest pricing from Sydney to Christchurch. Air New Zealand is 14% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sydney to Christchurch one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Air New Zealand. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £172. Users have also found prices from £184 and £193 on Virgin Australia and Emirates, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Consider Virgin Australia (87%), Air Canada (79%) or Asiana Airlines (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sydney to Christchurch.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £174. While the most popular route (Sydney Kingsford Smith - Christchurch) can be booked for £209 on average our data indicates £249 when flying from Sydney to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sydney to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Sydney to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch (average of £1,569). Flying from Sydney to Christchurch in July is currently the most expensive (average of £2,276). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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