Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Christchurch to Queenstown from $137

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — ZQN
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown (ZQN). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$137

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$314
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 30/1-31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Christchurch to Queenstown
Search Deals
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown

Best flights from Christchurch to Queenstown
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Christchurch to Queenstown that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Thu 30/106:30CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mAir New Zealand
Fri 31/109:50ZQN - CHC
Nonstop0h 55mAir New Zealand
Deal found 18/12$137
Thu 30/106:30CHC - ZQN
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 31/110:30ZQN - CHC
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/12$210
Thu 30/106:15CHC - ZQN
1 stop10h 00mJetstar
Fri 31/110:30ZQN - CHC
2 stops21h 15mJetstar
Deal found 18/12$506

Find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown 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 19 December 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 30/1

06:30-07:45

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/1

09:50-10:45

Nonstop0h 55m

$137

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 30/1

06:30-07:45

Nonstop1h 15m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/1

10:30-20:35

1 stop10h 05m

$210

ChristchurchQueenstown

CHC - ZQN

CHCZQN

Christchurch

Thu 30/1

06:15-16:15

1 stop10h 00m

Queenstown Intl

Fri 31/1

10:30-07:45

2 stops21h 15m

$506

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/12

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Queenstown from Christchurch with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Travel insights for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Christchurch to Queenstown including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to Queenstown. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown, you should look to book at least 88 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 Christchurch to Queenstown?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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 CHC to ZQN?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Christchurch to Queenstown is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown

Explore weekly flight availability from Christchurch to Queenstown. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

The most flights from CHC to ZQN are scheduled on a Tuesday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Queenstown ranges from 50.0 - 80.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 80.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Queenstown when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

Temperature in Queenstown by month

Plan your trip to Queenstown by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Queenstown, 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 15.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 3.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Queenstown

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Queenstown. 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 Queenstown. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Jetstar
6.6
Okay
484 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
497 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Finally, one out of the four air NZ flight that was on time and we actually ended up half an hour early then the scheduled time.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    You will need to book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown Intl if you want to fly from Christchurch to Queenstown. At least 1 airline has flights from Christchurch (CHC) to Queenstown Intl (ZQN) on a regular basis. There are 8 flights to Queenstown from the Christchurch airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CHC to ZQN to be around 1h 05m.

  • How popular is this Christchurch to Queenstown flight route?

    The Christchurch to Queenstown Intl flight path was viewed by 13 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Air New Zealand, at $137, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Queenstown. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Jetstar. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Christchurch to Queenstown on time: Etihad Airways (89%), Air New Zealand (88%), Singapore Airlines (76%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Queenstown?

    On average you can expect to pay $172 for a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (Christchurch - Queenstown Intl) is currently priced at $168.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Queenstown (average of $302). Flying from Christchurch to Queenstown in December is currently the most expensive (average of $390). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top airline flying from Christchurch to Queenstown

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Christchurch to Queenstown. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air New ZealandCheapest$137Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Search Air New Zealand flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find Christchurch to Queenstown flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Christchurch to Queenstown?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Queenstown from Christchurch by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from Christchurch to Queenstown with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to Queenstown from Christchurch shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown become cheaper?

Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown on Cheapflights with our Price Alert feature and get notified when better prices are available.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.