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Cheap flights from San Diego to Christchurch from $541

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7:50 pm - 5:35 pmSAN-CHC
25h 45m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 8:53 pmCHC-SAN
24h 53m2 stops
$1,210Air New Zealand
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Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
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11:03 am - 12:25 pmSAN-CHC
29h 22m2 stops
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1:15 pm - 10:40 amCHC-SAN
17h 25m1 stop
$1,255Air New Zealand
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Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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11:03 am - 9:55 amSAN-CHC
26h 52m2 stops
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5:00 pm - 7:48 pmCHC-SAN
22h 48m2 stops
$1,260Air New Zealand
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Mon, Mar 9 - Fri, Mar 13
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4:00 pm - 1:25 pmSAN-CHC
24h 25m2 stops
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11:00 am - 6:43 pmCHC-SAN
28h 43m2 stops
$3,152Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 21 - Sun, Jan 4
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4:00 pm - 10:25 amSAN-CHC
21h 25m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 6:43 pmCHC-SAN
23h 43m2 stops
$3,401Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 3
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11:12 am - 8:05 amSAN-CHC
23h 53m2 stops
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5:00 pm - 7:57 pmCHC-SAN
23h 57m2 stops
$4,678Air New Zealand
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Mon, Dec 22 - Mon, Jan 5
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10:45 am - 10:40 amSAN-CHC
51h 55m2 stops
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12:00 pm - 7:48 pmCHC-SAN
51h 48m3 stops
$4,687Singapore Airlines
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Thu, Mar 12 - Mon, Mar 16
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4:00 pm - 10:35 amSAN-CHC
21h 35m1 stop
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9:00 am - 10:43 amCHC-SAN
22h 43m2 stops
$4,719Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 5
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11:12 am - 8:05 amSAN-CHC
23h 53m2 stops
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9:50 am - 10:43 amCHC-SAN
21h 53m2 stops
$4,725Air New Zealand
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Sun, Dec 21 - Mon, Jan 5
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8:45 pm - 8:05 amSAN-CHC
38h 20m2 stops
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4:00 pm - 6:43 pmCHC-SAN
23h 43m2 stops
$4,828Air New Zealand
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Air New Zealand flights from San Diego to Christchurch

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Air New Zealand
Mar 12
SAN7:50 pmSan Diego
25h 45m
2 stops
CHC5:35 pmChristchurch
Mar 16
CHC4:00 pmChristchurch
24h 53m
2 stops
SAN8:53 pmSan Diego
$1,210
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Air New Zealand
Mar 9
SAN11:03 amSan Diego
29h 22m
2 stops
CHC12:25 pmChristchurch
Mar 13
CHC1:15 pmChristchurch
17h 25m
1 stop
SAN10:40 amSan Diego
$1,255
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Air New Zealand
Mar 9
SAN11:03 amSan Diego
26h 52m
2 stops
CHC9:55 amChristchurch
Mar 13
CHC5:00 pmChristchurch
22h 48m
2 stops
SAN7:48 pmSan Diego
$1,260
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SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/12

7:50 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops25h 45m

Christchurch

Mon 3/16

4:00 pm-8:53 pm

2 stops24h 53m

$1,210

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Mon 3/9

11:03 am-12:25 pm

2 stops29h 22m

Christchurch

Fri 3/13

1:15 pm-10:40 am

1 stop17h 25m

$1,255

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Mon 3/9

11:03 am-9:55 am

2 stops26h 52m

Christchurch

Fri 3/13

5:00 pm-7:48 pm

2 stops22h 48m

$1,260

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sun 12/21

4:00 pm-1:25 pm

2 stops24h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 1/4

11:00 am-6:43 pm

2 stops28h 43m

$3,152

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sun 12/21

4:00 pm-10:25 am

2 stops21h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

4:00 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$3,401

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Mon 12/22

11:12 am-8:05 am

2 stops23h 53m

Christchurch

Mon 1/5

5:00 pm-7:57 pm

2 stops23h 57m

$4,678

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Thu 3/12

10:45 am-10:40 am

2 stops51h 55m

Christchurch

Mon 3/16

12:00 pm-7:48 pm

3 stops51h 48m

$4,687

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sun 12/21

4:00 pm-10:35 am

1 stop21h 35m

Christchurch

Mon 1/5

9:00 am-10:43 am

2 stops22h 43m

$4,719

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sun 12/21

11:12 am-8:05 am

2 stops23h 53m

Christchurch

Mon 1/5

9:50 am-10:43 am

2 stops21h 53m

$4,725

San DiegoChristchurch

SAN - CHC

SANCHC

San Diego

Sat 12/20

8:45 pm-8:05 am

2 stops38h 20m

Christchurch

Sat 1/3

4:00 pm-6:43 pm

2 stops23h 43m

$4,828

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

According to our data, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly to Christchurch from San Diego. The lowest ticket price found for a Sunday departure recently was $1,329. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from San Diego to Christchurch on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around $1,964. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from San Diego to Christchurch in the evening for as low as $1,592. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Christchurch is in the morning when prices are around $1,853.

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  • How far is San Diego to Christchurch by plane?

    The straight-line distance from San Diego to Christchurch is 6872.8 mi. Typically, this will take 21h 25m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Christchurch Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Christchurch Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Christchurch Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport 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 airline from San Diego to Christchurch?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Christchurch

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Air New ZealandPriceFrom $1,066Free CancellationRating
8.0
533 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $1,298Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,028 reviews
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