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Cheap flights from Adelaide to Christchurch from $429

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 14/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ADL — CHC
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Adelaide to Christchurch are usually found in August or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Adelaide (ADL) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$785

One-way from

$429

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$895
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 5/5-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 00m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 14/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 25m total
  • Adelaide to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Adelaide to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Adelaide to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Mon 20/1011:55ADL - CHC
1 stop17h 00mAir New Zealand
Sun 26/1005:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 35mAir New Zealand
Deal found 14/4$746
Mon 5/506:00ADL - CHC
1 stop15h 40mEmirates
Sun 11/517:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 20mEmirates
Deal found 14/4$785
Mon 20/1010:05ADL - CHC
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 26/1016:30CHC - ADL
2 stops17h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4$806
Sat 12/719:00ADL - CHC
1 stop15h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 26/715:45CHC - ADL
1 stop7h 05mQantas Airways
Deal found 15/4$879

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Adelaide 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 15 April 2025.
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ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 5/5

06:00-00:10

1 stop15h 40m

Christchurch

Sun 11/5

17:45-22:35

1 stop7h 20m

$785

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Mon 5/5

14:10-00:10

1 stop7h 30m

Christchurch

Sun 11/5

06:15-18:35

2 stops14h 50m

$834

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Sat 12/7

19:00-12:30

1 stop15h 00m

Christchurch

Sat 26/7

15:45-20:20

1 stop7h 05m

$879

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 14/5

12:15-00:10

1 stop9h 25m

$429

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Wed 14/5

06:00-19:55

2 stops11h 25m

$453

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Tue 22/4

14:10-00:10

1 stop7h 30m

$477

AdelaideChristchurch

ADL - CHC

ADLCHC

Adelaide

Fri 25/4

18:35-00:10

2 stops27h 05m

$554

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Deals found on 14/4

Best time to book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Adelaide to Christchurch

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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 ADL to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Adelaide 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 15 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Adelaide to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Adelaide to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Adelaide to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 15 April 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
818 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
437 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very Good
3,198 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,June 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Adelaide to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Adelaide to Christchurch round-trip from $785. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. Emirates is priced at 6% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Adelaide to Christchurch are Emirates ($429), Qantas Airways ($453), and Jetstar ($554).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Adelaide to Christchurch flights have a stopover in Melbourne most of the time.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Melbourne?

    The majority of Melbourne visitors spend their time at Flinders Street Station, Forum Melbourne, and Regent Theatre. Flinders Street Station, Forum Melbourne, and Regent Theatre are located about 20.0 km, 20.0 km, and 19.8 km, respectively from Melbourne. Travellers in need of a car in Melbourne can hire one for about $62 per day.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Adelaide to Christchurch flights?

    Adelaide to Christchurch flights have a stopover in Sydney least often.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Adelaide to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of $480). 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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JetstarCheapest$458Average$639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$640Average$843FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$680Average$827FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapest$761Average$874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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