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

Fiji Airways and Qantas Airways are the most popular carriers operating from Christchurch to California

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

Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to California refresh daily.

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

As of November 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California 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 California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$363 Cheap Flights from Christchurch to California in 2026/27

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5:20 pm - 12:40 pmCHC Christchurch-SFO San Francisco

16h 20m1 stop Nadi

10:05 pm - 4:20 pmSFO San Francisco-CHC Christchurch

21h 15m1 stop Nadi

$718Fiji Airways

Sun, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 26

9:55 am - 7:05 amCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:00 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

28h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$777American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 7:05 amCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

12:00 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

28h 20m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$778American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 5:48 pmCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

28h 53m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

11:55 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

40h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$782American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 7:05 amCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:55 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

40h 25m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$782American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 5:48 pmCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

28h 53m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

2:02 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

26h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$783American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 7:05 amCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:30 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

16h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$783American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 7:05 amCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

18h 10m1 stop Auckland Intl

11:30 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

16h 50m1 stop Auckland Intl

$784American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

9:55 am - 5:48 pmCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

28h 53m2 stops Auckland Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

2:02 pm - 1:20 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

26h 18m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Auckland Intl

$784American Airlines

Thu, Feb 4 - Mon, Feb 8

1:05 pm - 1:05 pmCHC Christchurch-LAX Los Angeles

19h 00m1 stop Nadi

11:55 pm - 12:05 pmLAX Los Angeles-CHC Christchurch

17h 10m1 stop Nadi

$786Fiji Airways

Fri, Apr 9 - Tue, Apr 20

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American Airlines flights from Christchurch to California

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American Airlines

Feb 4

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

Feb 8

LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles

28h 20m

2 stops

CHC1:20 pmChristchurch

$777

American Airlines

Feb 4

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

Feb 8

LAX12:00 pmLos Angeles

28h 20m

2 stops

CHC1:20 pmChristchurch

$778

American Airlines

Feb 4

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

28h 53m

2 stops

LAX5:48 pmLos Angeles

Feb 8

LAX11:55 pmLos Angeles

40h 25m

2 stops

CHC1:20 pmChristchurch

$782

Qantas Airways flights from Christchurch to California

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Qantas Airways

Jan 21

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

Feb 4

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

18h 10m

1 stop

CHC2:40 pmChristchurch

$796

Qantas Airways

Jan 21

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

Feb 4

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

18h 10m

1 stop

CHC2:40 pmChristchurch

$797

Qantas Airways

Jan 21

CHC9:55 amChristchurch

18h 10m

1 stop

LAX7:05 amLos Angeles

Feb 4

LAX11:30 pmLos Angeles

18h 10m

1 stop

CHC2:40 pmChristchurch

$803

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Christchurch

Sun 2/14

5:20 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop16h 20m

San Francisco

Fri 2/26

10:05 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop21h 15m

$718

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Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$777

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

12:00 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$778

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CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

11:55 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops40h 25m

$782

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CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

11:55 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops40h 25m

$782

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

2:02 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$783

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ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

11:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$783

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-7:05 am

1 stop18h 10m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

11:30 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$784

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Thu 2/4

9:55 am-5:48 pm

2 stops28h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/8

2:02 pm-1:20 pm

2 stops26h 18m

$784

ChristchurchLos Angeles

CHC Christchurch - LAX Los Angeles

CHCLAX

Christchurch

Fri 4/9

1:05 pm-1:05 pm

1 stop19h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/20

11:55 pm-12:05 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$786

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of May is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Christchurch averaging around $759.

What is the cheapest Christchurch to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Christchurch when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $892 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Christchurch for as low as $718 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Christchurch to California flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Christchurch to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Christchurch to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 24% on your flight if you consider stops on a Christchurch to California flight.

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Best Price Found	$363
Fastest flight time	13h 00m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed and Sat
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Christchurch in the past 72 hours is $363. The best round-trip flight deal from Christchurch to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $718.

The fastest flight from Christchurch to California takes 13h 00m

Direct flights go from Christchurch to California on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There are 418 airports in California. From Christchurch there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Christchurch to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to California?
Prices for flights from Christchurch Airport to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Christchurch Airport to California?
As of November 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Christchurch Airport to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Christchurch Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Christchurch Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California 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 California. 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 Christchurch to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Christchurch to California is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, representing 80.95% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner at 14.29% and Boeing 787 Dreamliner at 4.76%.

Best airlines flying from Christchurch to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Fiji Airways	PriceFrom $688	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 262 reviews		Search Fiji Airways flights

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Can I find flights from Christchurch to California with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. All flights to California from Christchurch on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.

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