Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Sydney to Christchurch are Emirates and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $440 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $393 and an overall rating of 8.0.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Sydney to Christchurch take?

Accepted Answer

The average nonstop flight takes 3h 00m, covering a distance of 1,321 miles.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 4 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Christchurch, with an average flight time of 3h 07m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 28 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (4).

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 4 nonstop flights that take off from Sydney and land in Christchurch, with an average flight time of 3h 07m. The most common departure time is 7:00 am and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 28 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (4).

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Sydney to Christchurch was $241 for a one-way ticket and $303 for a round-trip.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, you'll most likely have to show a valid passport before boarding the plane in Sydney and on arrival in Christchurch.

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Christchurch with 14 flights per week. Emirates also offers 7 flights per week, while Air New Zealand follows with 7 flights per week.

Question 8

Which airlines fly most frequently between Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Qantas Airways connects Sydney to Christchurch with 14 flights per week. Emirates also offers 7 flights per week, while Air New Zealand follows with 7 flights per week.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

For Sydney to Christchurch, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Christchurch back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

For Sydney to Christchurch, Monday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Friday is the most expensive. Flying from Christchurch back to Sydney, the best deals are generally found on Friday, with Monday being the most expensive.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Sydney at 7:50 am and will be landing in Christchurch at 1:00 pm.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Sydney to Christchurch jets off at 7:15 pm and lands at 12:20 am.

Question 13

Which airlines fly non-stop between Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 airlines that fly nonstop from Sydney to Christchurch. They are: Air New Zealand, Emirates and Qantas Airways. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Air New Zealand at $303 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Air New Zealand.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 airlines that fly nonstop from Sydney to Christchurch. They are: Air New Zealand, Emirates and Qantas Airways. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Air New Zealand at $303 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Air New Zealand.

Question 15

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Sydney to Christchurch flight route.

Question 16

Which airline alliances offer flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Sydney and Christchurch, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

Are there any hotels at Sydney Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you have an early flight, spending the night at one of the hotels in the Sydney Airport precinct can be a good idea. This will place you within easy walking distance of the check-in area, with free shuttle buses usually available if you’d rather not walk. ibis Budget Sydney Airport and Mantra Styles Sydney Airport are both within the precinct; however, they are closer to the domestic terminal (T2). For easy access to the international terminal (T1), consider Novotel Sydney International Hotel or Airport Hotel Sydney.

Question 19

What can I do to pass the time while waiting for my next flight at Christchurch Airport?

Accepted Answer

Christchurch Airport has plenty of eateries and bars in the Level 1 food court, including Healthy Habits, Sakura Sushi Bar and Alps Bar and Pizza. If duty-free shopping isn’t for you, there are plenty of other things to do at the airport. You’ll find art trails on both levels of the airport and a giant chessboard on Level 1. Just outside the terminal building, there are ping pong tables and an interactive light and sound walkway that operates day and night.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Christchurch is May, where tickets cost $383 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $576 and $473 respectively.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Sydney to Christchurch is May, where tickets cost $383 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $576 and $473 respectively.

Question 22

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney with another airline. Booking your flights between Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney 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 Sydney to Christchurch delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Sydney and Christchurch historically see delays in approximately 37% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 123 minutes.

Question 27

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Sydney 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 28% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the early afternoon 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 Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and 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 Sydney and Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and 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 Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sydney to Christchurch were found on Jetstar ($303) and Air New Zealand ($381).

Question 33

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Sydney to Christchurch were found on Jetstar ($303) and Air New Zealand ($381).

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Christchurch, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Sydney to Christchurch, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 13 weeks before departure.

Question 36

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $497, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 37

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Sydney to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

No, with an average price for the route of $497, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

Question 38

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

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Christchurch from Sydney usually cost between $394 and $514 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $303 on Jetstar (Oct 26-Nov 18).

Question 39

What are the most popular airlines flying to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Christchurch is Emirates, followed by Qantas Airways and Air New Zealand.

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