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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Christchurch to Auckland:

• Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:09 am
• Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:14 pm.

The flight takes about 1h 24m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Christchurch to Auckland.

A nonstop flight from Christchurch to Auckland takes 1h 24m, covering 463 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Christchurch to Auckland range from $88 to $154, with an average of $110 over the past 12 months. Anything below $88 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $110 route average. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $8–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Airbus A320-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320 (sharklets) variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Christchurch to Auckland flights, with 43% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 29%, afternoon flights for 24%, and night flights for 4%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $79 to $784. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

One-way fares from Christchurch to Auckland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $67, which is 7% below the typical average for this route.

Auckland Intl Airport (AKL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

• New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
• Snap Rentals
• EZI
• Mode
• Europcar

Flights from Christchurch to Auckland usually depart from Christchurch (CHC) and arrive at Auckland Intl (AKL).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Christchurch to Auckland route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 34m.

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Christchurch to Auckland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $102 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $120, a difference of $18.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Christchurch and Auckland. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Air New Zealand
• Jetstar

Some of the most popular sights in Auckland are Sparks Arena, New Zealand Maritime Museum and Sky Tower. These are among the most viewed places in Auckland on KAYAK.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Air New Zealand: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Uber, along with other ride sharing applications is available to complete pick-ups at Auckland Airport. It is recommended that you request to be picked up directly outside the Arrival Hall. Inclusive of a NZ$5 approx. airport charge, an Uber to the centre of Auckland should cost NZ$ 55 approx.

There are free public showers located on the 1st Floor in the Domestic Arrivals area, opposite the Air New Zealand Premium check-in desk. Be mindful that accessories such as soap and towels are not provided, however you can purchase such items from iSite Tourism Centre which is located on the Ground Floor.