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Cheap flights from Canberra to Christchurch from $667

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CBR — CHC
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Canberra to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Canberra (CBR) 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$667

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$857
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 12/5-22/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 30m total
  • Canberra to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($128 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($29 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Canberra to Christchurch
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Canberra to Christchurch. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Mon 12/515:05CBR - CHC
1 stop7h 05mJetstar
Thu 22/516:05CHC - CBR
1 stop24h 25mJetstar
Deal found 24/3$667
Mon 12/519:20CBR - CHC
1 stop15h 35mQantas Airways
Thu 22/517:45CHC - CBR
1 stop15h 15mQantas Airways
Deal found 24/3$3,703

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Canberra 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 25 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Canberra to Christchurch that are best for you.

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Depart

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Price

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Mon 12/5

15:05-00:10

1 stop7h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 22/5

16:05-14:30

1 stop24h 25m

$667

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Fri 9/5

06:05-16:20

1 stop8h 15m

Christchurch

Fri 16/5

08:20-13:35

1 stop7h 15m

$708

CanberraChristchurch

CBR - CHC

CBRCHC

Canberra

Mon 12/5

19:20-12:55

1 stop15h 35m

Christchurch

Thu 22/5

17:45-07:00

1 stop15h 15m

$3,703

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Deals found on 24/3

Best time to book a flight from Canberra to Christchurch

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Christchurch from Canberra with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Canberra to Christchurch

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Canberra 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 CBR to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Canberra 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 25 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Canberra to Christchurch is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 7% on airfare.

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 25 March 2025.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
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Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.
Jetstar
6.6
Okay
433 reviews
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
809 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2025

SYD - DFW

They need to improve the check-in kiosks and the in-flight special meals. Never had a smooth boarding process with Qantas. The special meals look like they're prepared at the last minute without much thought.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Canberra 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 Canberra to Christchurch round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Canberra to Christchurch round-trip from $667. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Qantas Airways. Jetstar is currently priced 26% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Canberra to Christchurch (average of $346). Flying from Canberra 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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