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Cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Christchurch

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of November. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flight Duration3 hoursFlights between Sydney and Christchurch take, on average, 3 hours minutes, but the time can vary according to other factors

Cheapest flight£168Cheapest price for a flight between Sydney and Christchurch found by our customers in the last 72 hours

Origin airportSydney Kingsford Smith AirportWhen flying from Sydney to Christchurch

Destination airportChristchurch International AirportFor the route from Sydney to Christchurch

High seasonMarchAccording to search data from our customers, March is the busiest time to fly from Sydney to Christchurch

Airlines flying this routeAir New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas AirwaysAirline(s) with flights between Sydney to Christchurch

One-way average Price£277The average price for a flight Sydney - Christchurch at Opodo is £277, based on the price of last 6 months

Best time to bookNovemberAccording to real data April is the most popular time to book a flight to Christchurch when departing from Sydney

Airlines that fly from Sydney to Christchurch

Exchange rate

1 GBP = 2.34 NZD

1 NZD = 0.43 GBP

Last checked on Tue 27/10

Distance: 1,329 mi

Sydney airports

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)How far from city centre: 5 mi

Christchurch airports

Christchurch International Airport (CHC)How far from city centre: 6 mi

Book your Sydney to Christchurch flight

Search direct and connecting flights from Sydney to Christchurch (New Zealand) with Opodo. When your results appear, sort them by timing or fare and book whichever option fits your plans best.

The cheapest fare booked on this route in recent days was £168, although the price you're shown will vary with your travel dates and departure times.

Flying non-stop from Sydney to Christchurch takes roughly 3 h and 10 m, whereas journeys with a layover will take longer.

Airports and airlines on the Sydney–Christchurch route

Plan your trip with confidence by checking the relevant airports and comparing the airlines that fly this route.

Departure airport: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)
Arrival airport: Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Tips for cheaper flights from Sydney to Christchurch

A few ways to bring down the cost of your flight from Sydney to Christchurch:

Flexible dates: check fares across two or three departure days. Going a day earlier or later can make a real difference to what you pay.
Baggage allowance: see what's included in each fare before booking, so you're not stung by unexpected charges at the airport.
Airports on your route: double-check which airports you'll fly from and into, particularly if the city has more than one. It makes it easier to plan transfers and work out the full cost of getting around.

After a bigger saving? Book a Flight + Hotel package to combine the two in a single booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in Christchurch. Adding car hire to the same booking can save you money too.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Sydney to Christchurch

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

When you fly from Sydney to Christchurch the average price is £277. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

How can I find cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch at Opodo?

The cheapest price for a flight from Sydney to Christchurch is 168 £. At Opodo we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

The most popular months to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch are May, April and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Sydney to Christchurch?

The best time of the year to go to Christchurch when flying from Sydney depends on several preference factors like climate, seasonality and, of course, price. When it comes to popularity, November is the top 1º month to fly to Christchurch from Sydney in terms of searches from our customer, followed by December and January. If you prefer to avoid high peaks of turism, however, and escape a crowded period, June, May and July are the months with less volume of searchs for the route Sydney - Christchurch.

How long does the flight take to go from Sydney to Christchurch?

The total flight time between Sydney and Christchurch is of around 3 hours on average, considering an average distance of 1,328.93 mi, for both direct and indirect flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Sydney and Christchurch?

The main airport route flying between Sydney and Christchurch is: Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) to Christchurch International Airport(CHC). This route is covered by the following airline(s):

Which are the airlines with flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

Airlines with direct flights departing from Sydney to Christchurch are:

Air New Zealand.
Emirates.
Qantas Airways.

Air New Zealand

Jetstar
Qantas Airways

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