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Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from €171 and round-trip from €301. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 21 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        €301 €632
        52% off
        52% off
        €632 €301
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Oct 19 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        €302 €632
        52% off
        52% off
        €632 €302
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 14 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €303 €632
        52% off
        52% off
        €632 €303
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        €311
        51% off
        €632 €311
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Oct 12 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €323
        49% off
        €632 €323
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 7 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Tue, Oct 13 | Jetstar Airways
        €339
        46% off
        €632 €339
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 9 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €405
        36% off
        €632 €405
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 14 | Qantas Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €480
        24% off
        €632 €480
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 16 | Qantas Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Thu, Oct 22 | Jetstar Airways
        €480
        24% off
        €632 €480
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 23 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 2:10 PM
        24h 25m
        1 stop
        CNS 11:35 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Mon, Oct 26 | Fiji Airways
        €422
        33% off
        €632 €422
      • CNS 9:10 AM
        13h 10m
        1 stop
        CHC 1:20 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 15 | Jetstar Airways
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €461
        27% off
        €632 €461
      • CNS 9:20 AM
        13h
        1 stop
        CHC 1:20 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 15 | Virgin Australia
        CHC 7:55 AM
        5h 45m
        Nonstop
        CNS 10:40 AM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Sat, Oct 17 | Jetstar Airways
        €469
        26% off
        €632 €469
      • CNS 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 2:00 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
        CHC 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CNS 4:00 PM
        Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 9 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 16 | Jetstar Airways
        €171 €419
        59% off
        59% off
        €419 €171
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 23 | Jetstar Airways
        €187 €419
        55% off
        55% off
        €419 €187
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 21 | Jetstar Airways
        €196 €419
        53% off
        53% off
        €419 €196
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 14 | Jetstar Airways
        €211
        50% off
        €419 €211
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 18 | Jetstar Airways
        €221
        47% off
        €419 €221
      • CNS 7:00 AM
        4h 55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 2:55 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 25 | Jetstar Airways
        €229
        45% off
        €419 €229
      • CNS 5:25 PM
        28h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 12:50 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Virgin Australia
        €294
        30% off
        €419 €294
      • CNS 6:00 AM
        15h 50m
        1 stop
        CHC 12:50 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
        €297
        28% off
        €419 €297
      • CNS 6:00 AM
        15h 50m
        1 stop
        CHC 12:50 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Jetstar Airways
        €305
        27% off
        €419 €305
      • CNS 6:00 AM
        15h 50m
        1 stop
        CHC 12:50 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Virgin Australia
        €314
        25% off
        €419 €314
      • CNS 9:45 AM
        11h 20m
        1 stop
        CHC 12:05 AM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 1 | Jetstar Airways
        €317
        24% off
        €419 €317
      • CNS 10:55 AM
        29h 30m
        1 stop
        CHC 7:25 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 18 | Air New Zealand
        €318
        24% off
        €419 €318
      • CNS 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        CHC 2:00 PM
        Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 7 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch

What is the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch?

Data is based on average one-way flight prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch in Trip.com's database over the past 12 months.

According to Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest month for one-way flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch is October, with an average price of €167. In contrast, the most expensive month is usually July, with an average price of €379.

€379
€273
€167
€61
  • €167
    Oct
  • €187
    Nov
  • €220
    Dec
  • €195
    Jan
  • €274
    Feb
  • €194
    Mar
  • €231
    Apr
  • €196
    May
  • €210
    Jun
  • €379
    Jul
  • €314
    Aug
  • €270
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com’s data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch is Tuesday, with average fares usually lower than on other days. Avoid flying on Saturday, as ticket prices are typically highest that day.

€461
€326
€190
€55
  • €366
    Mon
  • €190
    Tue
  • €446
    Wed
  • €194
    Thu
  • €414
    Fri
  • €461
    Sat
  • €202
    Sun

Which airlines are the most popular for Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch flights?

See which airlines fly from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch. Find the airline that best meets your travel needs by comparing prices and treat yourself to an enjoyable journey.
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Flight Schedule from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch

Check the schedule for flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. JQ135

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    7:00 AM

    CNS

    4h 55m

    2:55 PM

    CHC

    - M - W - - S
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  2. JQ893

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    9:40 AM

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    11:55 AM

    OOL

    S M T W T F S
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  3. JQ187

    Gold Coast Airport

    5:55 PM

    OOL

    3h 15m

    Nonstop

    12:10 AM

    CHC

    S M - W - F -

  4. JQ947

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    10:15 AM

    CNS

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    2:45 PM

    MEL

    - M T W T F S
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  5. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    6:30 PM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Nonstop

    11:55 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S

  6. JQ033

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    11:00 AM

    CNS

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    2:30 PM

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  7. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    6:30 PM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Nonstop

    11:55 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S

  8. VA776

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    9:20 AM

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    11:35 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  9. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    6:30 PM

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:00 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  10. JQ929

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    8:10 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  11. QF135

    Brisbane Airport

    6:55 PM

    BNE

    3h 25m

    Nonstop

    1:20 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S

  12. JQ929

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Nonstop

    8:10 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  13. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    6:30 PM

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:00 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  14. VA770

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    8:15 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  15. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    6:30 PM

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:00 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  16. NZ7110

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    6:00 AM

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Nonstop

    8:15 AM

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  17. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    6:30 PM

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Nonstop

    1:00 AM

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  18. JQ949

    Cairns Intl. Airport

    9:40 PM

    CNS

    3h 20m

    Nonstop

    1:00 AM

    MEL

    S - - - T - S
    Search

  19. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    6:30 PM

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Nonstop

    11:55 PM

    CHC

    S M T W T - S
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What to know about flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch?

Cheapest round-trip ticket price €302
Cheapest one-way flight price €180
Off-season for travel July
Peak season for travel November

FAQs for Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch Flights

  • When is peak season for travel to Christchurch?

    ؜The peak travel time for visiting Christchurch is November. During this time, flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch are the most expensive. Cheap tickets can still be booked on Trip.com.
  • Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) take around 4 hours 55 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 789 flights per month.
  • The earliest flight departs from Cairns Intl. Airport (CNS) at 07:00 and arrives in Christchurch (CHC) at 13:55.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9 km. It takes about 20 minutes by taxi.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch. The average flight time is approximately 4 hours 29 minutes, with about 0 flights per week. Actual schedules may vary by season.
  • The cheapest one-way flight from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch currently starts from €171, with round-trip fares from €301. The lowest fare is offered by Jetstar Airways departing on Fri, Oct 16; prices are subject to availability.
  • Currently, multiple airlines offer flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch, including: Jetstar Airways Qantas Airways Air New Zealand Virgin Australia The selected airlines are based on Trip.com user booking data from the past 90 days.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch is €410, and the average round-trip fare is €581. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch are usually cheapest in October, with an average one-way fare of about €410. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch departs at 07:00, and the latest one departs at 07:00. There are approximately 1 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before your trip.
  • Flights from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch usually arrive at Christchurch International Airport. Christchurch International Airport is the most convenient option for this route.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Intl. Airport to Christchurch. Basic fares start from €171. Before comparing final prices, watch out for baggage, seat selection, and payment surcharges.

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