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Christchurch.AED 4,135 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 8, returning Sun, Jun 15.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Cape Town on Sun, Jun 8, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Sun, Jun 15, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,135, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,160 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jul 25, returning Mon, Aug 11.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Cape Town on Fri, Jul 25, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Aug 11, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,160, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,202 per passenger.Departing Sat, Aug 2, returning Tue, Aug 19.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Aug 2, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Tue, Aug 19, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,202, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,295 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 8, returning Wed, May 14.Round-trip flight with Airlink and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Thu, May 8, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Wed, May 14, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,295, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,387 per passenger.Departing Mon, Dec 1, returning Thu, Jan 15.Round-trip flight with Airlink and Cathay Pacific.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Cathay Pacific, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Jan 15, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,387, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,613 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 22, returning Sat, Nov 8.Round-trip flight with Airlink and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Wed, Oct 22, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Sat, Nov 8, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,613, select.
Christchurch.AED 4,645 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 27, returning Sat, Jul 12.Round-trip flight with Airlink and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departing from Cape Town on Fri, Jun 27, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Sat, Jul 12, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 4,645, select.
Christchurch.AED 5,615 per passenger.Departing Sat, Sep 13, returning Mon, Sep 22.Round-trip flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Cape Town on Sat, Sep 13, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departing from Christchurch on Mon, Sep 22, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 5,615, select.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch?

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Cape Town to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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Cape Town to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundAED 4,135
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Christchurch is AED 4,135. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from AED 4,135.
There are no flights flying from Cape Town to Christchurch, as of April 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport on Sunday, June 8, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Christchurch Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, making Christchurch 11 hours ahead of Cape Town.

  • Your CPT to CHC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.

  • You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • AED 2,413 is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from AED 4,135. These prices may change based on demand.

  • To score cheap tickets from CPT to CHC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.

  • The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CPT to CHC.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • 81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.

  • Cape Town International Airport is around 19 kilometers from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the center, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:

  • Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Christchurch and beyond.

  • For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometers from the center of Christchurch. The drive time takes around 1 hour.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Christchurch. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to CHC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've visited Christchurch, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey about 322 kilometers north-east to Wellington to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Dunedin is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometers south-west of Christchurch. No journey is complete without seeing Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

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