£876 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to Christchurch (CHC)

Q: How much are return flights from Cape Town to Christchurch?

The best price we found for a return flight from Cape Town to Christchurch is £876. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Q: Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Christchurch?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Cape Town to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from £876.

Q: How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Christchurch?

As of June 2025, there are no flights flying from Cape Town to Christchurch.

Q: When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch is usually June 2025.

Q: Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport on Saturday, 14 June 2025 .

Q: Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Cape Town Airport and Christchurch Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

Q: How can I find the best flight deal to Christchurch?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Q: When is the best time to book flights to Christchurch?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Q: Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch with?

Currently, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Cape Town to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Christchurch.£876 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £876, select.

Christchurch.£888 per passenger.Departing Sat, 2 Aug, returning Tue, 19 Aug.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £888, select.

Christchurch.£1,151 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Dec, returning Fri, 20 Feb.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Christchurch on Fri, 20 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,151, select.

Christchurch.£1,174 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Dec, returning Tue, 26 May.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 26 May, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,174, select.

Christchurch.£1,198 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 10 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,198, select.

Christchurch.£1,316 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Thu, 8 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 8 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,316, select.

Christchurch.£1,326 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Jun, returning Tue, 1 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 25 Jun, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 1 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,326, select.

Christchurch.£1,428 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Jul, returning Sun, 3 Aug.Return flight with Safair and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Safair, departs from Cape Town on Sun, 27 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 3 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Price includes taxes and charges.From £1,428, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Cape Town to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Cape Town to Christchurch: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Cape Town to Christchurch below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Christchurch.

Cape Town to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	£876
Cheapest month to fly	June

Finding cheap flights from Cape Town to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

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Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town to Christchurch?

How many flights are there a week from Cape Town to Christchurch?

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Christchurch?

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport on?

Can I get a direct flight from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch Airport?

How can I find the best flight deal to Christchurch?

When is the best time to book flights to Christchurch?

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Cape Town Airport to Christchurch with?

Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, making Christchurch 11 hours ahead of Cape Town.
Your CPT to CHC flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.

How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

£550 is the best price for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £876. These prices may change based on demand.
To score cheap tickets from CPT to CHC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from CPT to CHC.
Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. Given its strong on-time performance, you're unlikely to face delays when taking off from CPT.
Cape Town International Airport is around 12 miles from central Cape Town. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel near CPT? If you're catching an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Christchurch and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

Christchurch International Airport is approximately 35 miles from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes around 1 hour.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Christchurch. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to CHC sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

You've visited Christchurch, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey about 200 miles north-east to Wellington to tick off its leading sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.
Dunedin is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 180 miles south-west of Christchurch. No journey is complete without seeing Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.