Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Auckland to Christchurch, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Auckland to Christchurch are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $168 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $124 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Auckland to Christchurch take?

Accepted Answer

Nonstop flights from Auckland generally make it to Christchurch in 1h 20m. The flying distance between the two cities is 463 miles.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Auckland and Christchurch per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 17 and 24 nonstop flights that take off from Auckland and land in Christchurch, with an average flight time of 1h 24m. The most common departure time is 4:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 137 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between Auckland and Christchurch per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 17 and 24 nonstop flights that take off from Auckland and land in Christchurch, with an average flight time of 1h 24m. The most common departure time is 4:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 137 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 18% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch was $41 for a one-way ticket and $81 for a round-trip.

Question 6

Do I need a passport to fly between Auckland and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Christchurch, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Christchurch, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

Question 8

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for a flight deal from Auckland to Christchurch, look for departures on Wednesdays and avoid leaving on a Saturday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Christchurch, Friday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

Question 9

Which airports will I be using when flying from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Auckland and Christchurch are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Auckland from Auckland Intl and will be arriving at Christchurch.

Question 10

What’s the earliest departure time from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Auckland at 6:00 am and will be landing in Christchurch at 7:25 am.

Question 11

What’s the latest departure time from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Auckland to Christchurch jets off at 8:55 pm and lands at 10:20 pm.

Question 12

Which airlines fly non-stop between Auckland and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Auckland to Christchurch. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Air New Zealand, with the best round-trip deal found costing $65. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 13

Which airlines fly non-stop between Auckland and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly nonstop from Auckland to Christchurch. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Air New Zealand, with the best round-trip deal found costing $65. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 14

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Auckland to Christchurch flight route.

Question 15

Which airline alliances offer flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Auckland and Christchurch.

Question 16

On which days can I fly direct from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from Auckland to Christchurch on a daily basis.

Question 17

Is there duty free shopping at Auckland or Christchurch Airport?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, you will not be able to do any duty free shopping as you are flying domestic. Only holders of a valid international flight ticket are able to purchase duty free items.

Question 18

Are public showers available at Christchurch Airport?

Accepted Answer

You can freshen up after your flight thanks to the public showering facilities located on both the ground and first floor. You can hire a towel and soap for the cost of NZ$ 5 approx.

Question 19

How much will a taxi cost from Christchurch Airport to the city?

Accepted Answer

Expect to pay somewhere between NZ$ 45-65 approx. for a taxi from the airport to the central business district. The price will be dependent on the exact location of your destination and the traffic on the roads.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Christchurch is June, where tickets cost $86 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $144 and $142 respectively.

Question 21

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Auckland to Christchurch is June, where tickets cost $86 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $144 and $142 respectively.

Question 22

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Auckland to Christchurch.

Question 23

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Auckland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 24

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Christchurch with an airline and back to Auckland with another airline. Booking your flights between Auckland and CHC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

Question 25

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Christchurch from Auckland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 26

How often are flights from Auckland to Christchurch delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Auckland and Christchurch historically see delays in approximately 18% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 94 minutes.

Question 27

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Auckland to Christchurch flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Air New Zealand have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 17% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 28

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 29

What is the most punctual flight time for Auckland to Christchurch flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights at night have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 30

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 31

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Auckland and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 32

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Auckland to Christchurch were found on Jetstar ($81) and Air New Zealand ($150).

Question 33

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Auckland to Christchurch were found on Jetstar ($81) and Air New Zealand ($150).

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Christchurch, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Auckland to Christchurch, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Question 36

How much is a round-trip flight from Auckland to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.Flights to Christchurch from Auckland usually cost between $81 and $120 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $81 on Jetstar (Sep 16-Sep 19).

Question 37

What are the most popular airlines flying to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Christchurch is Jetstar, followed by Air New Zealand.

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