NZD 321 : Cheap Flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Flight FAQs

• What are the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch (SYD-CHC)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Jetstar Airways offers one-way fares as low as NZD 321 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. SYD to CHC on Tue, Jan 20), while Air New Zealand offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from NZD 542 departing on Sat, Jan 24 and returning on Sat, Jan 31.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Sydney to Christchurch with the following airlines, including: Emirates Air New Zealand Qantas Airways Virgin Australia Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 3 hours 7 minutes to fly from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC).

• When is the best time to book flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Christchurch is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Sydney to Christchurch?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 49 flight per week flying from Sydney to Christchurch. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Qantas Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- QF137 (10:47)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

  To find best deals on flights from Sydney to Christchurch, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Tue, Jan 20, with one-way flights priced at just NZD 321.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Air New Zealand.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Christchurch travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Sydney (SYD) to Christchurch (CHC) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Sydney to Christchurch is October, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Sydney to Christchurch on?

  After crunching the numbers on our December flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney to Christchurch on December 7, 2025 with Emirates, with prices starting at NZD 326.

• Which airports can I fly to for Christchurch from Sydney?

  You can land at any one of the following hubs in Christchurch, with Sydney Airport to Christchurch International Airport (SYD-CHC) is by far the most common option on this route: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).

• Is there any time difference between Sydney and Christchurch?

  The time difference between Christchurch and Sydney is 2h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Sydney to Christchurch?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.