How long does it take to fly to Christchurch?

Average flight duration from California to Christchurch depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to Christchurch is 14h 10m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch is 15h 45m on average. Christchurch is the most popular airport in Christchurch.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Christchurch?

Fiji Airways, American Airlines, and Air New Zealand are the most popular carriers operating from California to Christchurch

What airlines fly to Christchurch?

Air New Zealand, Fiji Airways and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Christchurch from California according to our data. Air New Zealand is the first choice among our users, with 60% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Christchurch. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Christchurch on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Christchurch Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Christchurch Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Christchurch Airport is 4 as of June 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Christchurch Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Christchurch Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Christchurch Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11:55 pm - 5:35 pm

LAX

CHC

22h 40m

2 stops

6:15 am - 1:05 pm

CHC

LAX

25h 50m

2 stops

$775Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

11:55 pm - 5:35 pm

LAX

CHC

22h 40m

2 stops

6:15 am - 1:05 pm

CHC

LAX

25h 50m

2 stops

$776Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

9:30 pm - 2:25 pm

LAX

CHC

21h 55m

1 stop

3:45 pm - 5:05 pm

CHC

LAX

20h 20m

1 stop

$811Qantas Airways

Thu, Jul 30 - Thu, Aug 13

8:25 pm - 3:25 pm

LAX

CHC

22h 00m

1 stop

9:40 am - 7:00 am

CHC

LAX

18h 20m

1 stop

$826Qantas Airways

Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Dec 10

11:55 pm - 12:05 pm

LAX

CHC

17h 10m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 1:05 pm

CHC

LAX

19h 00m

1 stop

$827Fiji Airways

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30

11:55 pm - 12:05 pm

LAX

CHC

17h 10m

1 stop

1:05 pm - 1:05 pm

CHC

LAX

19h 00m

1 stop

$833Fiji Airways

Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 30

10:55 pm - 12:20 am

LAX

CHC

30h 25m

1 stop

6:05 am - 6:00 am

CHC

LAX

20h 55m

1 stop

$847American Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Dec 3

2:34 pm - 3:25 pm

LAS

CHC

29h 51m

2 stops

3:45 pm - 10:00 pm

CHC

LAS

25h 15m

2 stops

$962American Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23

7:10 am - 9:25 am

SAN

CHC

31h 15m

2 stops

11:00 am - 5:29 pm

CHC

SAN

27h 29m

2 stops

$1,620Air New Zealand

Sun, Jul 12 - Mon, Nov 9

6:05 pm - 12:25 pm

LAS

CHC

23h 20m

2 stops

5:00 pm - 6:43 pm

CHC

LAS

20h 43m

2 stops

$1,735Air New Zealand

Sat, Aug 15 - Mon, Aug 24

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Jul 30

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

21h 55m

1 stop

CHC2:45 pmChristchurch

Aug 13

CHC6:20 amChristchurch

19h 45m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

$811

Qantas Airways

Nov 19

LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles

22h 00m

1 stop

CHC3:25 pmChristchurch

Dec 10

CHC9:40 amChristchurch

18h 20m

1 stop

LAX7:00 amLos Angeles

$826

Qantas Airways

Nov 24

LAX8:25 pmLos Angeles

22h 00m

1 stop

CHC3:25 pmChristchurch

Dec 14

CHC6:05 amChristchurch

20h 55m

1 stop

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

$828

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Jul 12

SAN7:10 amSan Diego

31h 15m

2 stops

CHC9:25 amChristchurch

Nov 9

CHC11:00 amChristchurch

27h 29m

2 stops

SAN5:29 pmSan Diego

$1,620

Air New Zealand

Aug 15

LAS6:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

23h 20m

2 stops

CHC12:25 pmChristchurch

Aug 24

CHC5:00 pmChristchurch

20h 43m

2 stops

LAS6:43 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,735

Air New Zealand

Aug 16

LAS5:07 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

26h 13m

2 stops

CHC2:20 pmChristchurch

Aug 24

CHC4:05 pmChristchurch

22h 59m

2 stops

LAS8:04 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,740

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Wed 9/16

11:55 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 40m

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Wed 9/23

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$775

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LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Wed 9/16

11:55 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops22h 40m

Christchurch

Wed 9/23

6:15 am-1:05 pm

2 stops25h 50m

$776

Los AngelesChristchurch

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LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 7/30

9:30 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Christchurch

Thu 8/13

3:45 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop20h 20m

$811

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LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Thu 11/19

8:25 pm-3:25 pm

1 stop22h 00m

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1 stop18h 20m

$826

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Fri 8/21

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 8/30

1:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$827

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LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Fri 8/21

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 10m

Christchurch

Sun 8/30

1:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

$833

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Mon 8/17

10:55 pm-12:20 am

1 stop30h 25m

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

6:05 am-6:00 am

1 stop20h 55m

$847

Las VegasChristchurch

LAS - CHC

LASCHC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/16

2:34 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops29h 51m

Christchurch

Sun 8/23

3:45 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 15m

$962

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sun 7/12

7:10 am-9:25 am

2 stops31h 15m

Christchurch

Mon 11/9

11:00 am-5:29 pm

2 stops27h 29m

$1,620

Las VegasChristchurch

LAS - CHC

LASCHC

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/15

6:05 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops23h 20m

Christchurch

Mon 8/24

5:00 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops20h 43m

$1,735

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from California to Christchurch. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $81. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in February, then you should wait until May to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $87.

What is the cheapest California to Christchurch flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California to Christchurch?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around $1,112 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from California for as low as $770 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	14h 10m
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The fastest flight from California to Christchurch takes 14h 10m

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Christchurch Airport?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Christchurch Airport is 4 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Christchurch Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Christchurch Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Christchurch Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Christchurch?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Christchurch, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, making up 57.14% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner with 35.71% and Boeing 777 with 7.14%.

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Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $531	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 244 reviews	Search Fiji Airways flights
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Air New Zealand	PriceFrom $873	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 645 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,146	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,842 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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