Cheap Flights from Auckland to Christchurch from $41

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch (AKL-CHC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as $41 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. AKL to CHC on Sat, Mar 7), while Jetstar Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $76 departing on Wed, Apr 8 and returning on Wed, Apr 15.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Auckland to Christchurch with the following airlines, including: Jetstar Airways Air New Zealand Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 25 minutes to fly from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC).

• When is the best time to book flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Auckland to Christchurch is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Auckland to Christchurch?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 178 flight per week flying from Auckland to Christchurch. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Air New Zealand: S/M/T/W/T/F/- -- NZ535 (11:12)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

  To find best deals on flights from Auckland to Christchurch, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sat, Mar 7, with one-way flights priced at just $41.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Jetstar Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Christchurch travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Auckland to Christchurch is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Auckland to Christchurch on?

  After crunching the numbers on our February flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Auckland to Christchurch on February 21, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at $35.

• Which airports can I fly to for Christchurch from Auckland?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Christchurch, with Auckland Airport to Christchurch International Airport (AKL-CHC) is by far the most common option on this route: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).

• Is there any time difference between Auckland and Christchurch?

  The time difference between Christchurch and Auckland is 0h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Auckland to Christchurch?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.