Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Sydney from $137

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney (CHC-SYD)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Air New Zealand offers one-way fares as low as $137 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. CHC to SYD on Wed, Apr 29), while Air New Zealand offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $316 departing on Mon, Mar 23 and returning on Fri, Mar 27.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Christchurch to Sydney with the following airlines, including: Emirates Qantas 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 Christchurch (CHC) to Sydney (SYD) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 34 minutes to fly from Christchurch (CHC) to Sydney (SYD).

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney 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 Christchurch to Sydney?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 52 flight per week flying from Christchurch to Sydney. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Emirates: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- EK413 (18:27) Emirates: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- EK5046 (06:24)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Christchurch to Sydney, 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 Wed, Apr 29, with one-way flights priced at just $137.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air New Zealand.
  · 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 Sydney travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Christchurch (CHC) to Sydney (SYD) the cheapest?

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

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

  After crunching the numbers on our March flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Christchurch to Sydney on March 19, 2026 with Jetstar Airways, with prices starting at $130.

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

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

• Is there any time difference between Christchurch and Sydney?

  The time difference between Sydney and Christchurch is 2h.

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

  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.