Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

For flights from United States to Christchurch, most momondo users will book with popular airlines such as Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways and United Airlines. Depending on what airport you fly from, you may have other airlines to choose from.

Fiji Airways Flights to Christchurch

Fiji Airways operates around 43 flights into Christchurch in any given week. The most common departure point for these flights was from Auckland Intl, with the best round-trip Fiji Airways deal found being $619 (Denver Intl to Christchurch). Users have rated Fiji Airways 8.0/10 in over 216 reviews on momondo.

Air New Zealand Flights to Christchurch

Another popular choice for flights to Christchurch is Air New Zealand (8.0/10, 567 reviews). Most Air New Zealand flights landing in Christchurch will be arriving from Auckland Intl, but there are 73 Air New Zealand flights to Christchurch from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best Air New Zealand deal found on momondo this week was $873 (Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Christchurch, round-trip).

How long does it take to fly to Christchurch?

Average flight duration from United States to Christchurch depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch is 17h 10m on average, while flying from Miami to Christchurch is on average. Christchurch is the most popular airport in Christchurch.

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10:35 pm - 7:55 pm

LAX

CHC

24h 20m2 stops

10:30 am - 12:00 pm

CHC

LAX

22h 30m2 stops

$639Multiple Airlines

Tue, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 14

11:35 pm - 7:55 pm

LAX

CHC

24h 20m2 stops

8:30 am - 12:55 pm

CHC

LAX

24h 25m2 stops

$653Multiple Airlines

Sun, Mar 22 - Wed, Apr 1

6:10 pm - 12:40 am

LAX

CHC

33h 30m2 stops

8:45 am - 4:29 pm

CHC

LAX

27h 44m2 stops

$690Air Canada

Fri, Feb 20 - Mon, Mar 9

8:00 pm - 11:05 pm

SEA

CHC

32h 05m2 stops

6:00 am - 7:18 pm

CHC

SEA

32h 18m2 stops

$782Air Canada

Mon, Apr 6 - Wed, Apr 22

3:15 pm - 11:05 pm

PDX

CHC

35h 50m2 stops

7:25 am - 9:15 am

CHC

PDX

21h 50m2 stops

$945Air New Zealand

Thu, Mar 19 - Fri, Mar 27

11:40 am - 8:25 am

ORD

CHC

26h 45m2 stops

9:00 am - 4:55 pm

CHC

ORD

25h 55m2 stops

$1,082American Airlines

Fri, Mar 13 - Tue, Mar 24

4:00 pm - 11:25 am

ORD

CHC

25h 25m2 stops

5:30 pm - 8:23 pm

CHC

ORD

20h 53m2 stops

$1,119Air New Zealand

Fri, Mar 13 - Tue, Mar 24

11:44 am - 8:25 am

ORD

CHC

25h 41m2 stops

9:50 am - 4:49 pm

CHC

ORD

25h 59m2 stops

$1,150American Airlines

Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Jan 26

8:03 pm - 3:25 pm

DEN

CHC

25h 22m2 stops

6:00 am - 11:00 am

CHC

DEN

47h 00m2 stops

$1,157Qantas Airways

Tue, May 19 - Wed, May 27

8:33 pm - 1:15 pm

SLC

CHC

20h 42m2 stops

11:50 am - 7:12 pm

CHC

SLC

27h 22m2 stops

$1,261Qantas Airways

Wed, Jan 28 - Sun, Feb 15

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Return

Price

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

10:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 2/14

10:30 am-12:00 pm

2 stops22h 30m

$639

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Sun 3/22

11:35 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops24h 20m

Christchurch

Wed 4/1

8:30 am-12:55 pm

2 stops24h 25m

$653

Los AngelesChristchurch

LAX - CHC

LAXCHC

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

6:10 pm-12:40 am

2 stops33h 30m

Christchurch

Mon 3/9

8:45 am-4:29 pm

2 stops27h 44m

$690

SeattleChristchurch

SEA - CHC

SEACHC

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/6

8:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-7:18 pm

2 stops32h 18m

$782

PortlandChristchurch

PDX - CHC

PDXCHC

Portland

Thu 3/19

3:15 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops35h 50m

Christchurch

Fri 3/27

7:25 am-9:15 am

2 stops21h 50m

$945

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

11:40 am-8:25 am

2 stops26h 45m

Christchurch

Tue 3/24

9:00 am-4:55 pm

2 stops25h 55m

$1,082

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

4:00 pm-11:25 am

2 stops25h 25m

Christchurch

Tue 3/24

5:30 pm-8:23 pm

2 stops20h 53m

$1,119

ChicagoChristchurch

ORD - CHC

ORDCHC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

11:44 am-8:25 am

2 stops25h 41m

Christchurch

Mon 1/26

9:50 am-4:49 pm

2 stops25h 59m

$1,150

DenverChristchurch

DEN - CHC

DENCHC

Denver Intl

Tue 5/19

8:03 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops25h 22m

Christchurch

Wed 5/27

6:00 am-11:00 am

2 stops47h 00m

$1,157

Salt Lake CityChristchurch

SLC - CHC

SLCCHC

Salt Lake City

Wed 1/28

8:33 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops20h 42m

Christchurch

Sun 2/15

11:50 am-7:12 pm

2 stops27h 22m

$1,261

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM LOS ANGELES	May	35% cheaper	Flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch costs on average just $738 in May
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM LOS ANGELES	July	52% more expensive	It costs about $1,708 for flights to Christchurch from Los Angeles in July
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO CHRISTCHURCH FROM LOS ANGELES	December	527% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Christchurch from Los Angeles in December than any other month

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Summary info about Christchurch flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	$398
Best Round-Trip Price	$639
Fastest flight time	21h 10m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Christchurch from United States in the last 72 hours is $398 (Los Angeles to Christchurch).

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The best round-trip flight price to Christchurch from United States in the last 72 hours is $639 (Los Angeles to Christchurch).

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The fastest flight to Christchurch from United States takes 21h 10m (New York John F Kennedy Intl to Christchurch).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Christchurch, with a 24% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Christchurch

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from United States to Christchurch. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $1,090. If you don’t want to visit Christchurch in August, then you should wait until February to fly from United States, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $1,357.

Is there an alternative airport near Christchurch?

Those flying to Christchurch could potentially find better pricing at Timaru Airport (88 mi from Christchurch city center) or Kaikoura Airport (94 mi from Christchurch city center) depending on the month and departure airport.

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

Prices for flights to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.

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

As of January 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights to Christchurch Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly 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 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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