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      Flight deals from Hamilton to Christchurch

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Hamilton to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Christchurch.£83 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Dec, returning Thu, 15 Jan.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Thu, 15 Jan, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £83, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Wed, 17 DecHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Thu, 15 JanCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £83
      Christchurch.£86 per passenger.Departing Sun, 17 May, returning Fri, 22 May.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Sun, 17 May, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Fri, 22 May, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £86, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Sun, 17 MayHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Fri, 22 MayCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £86
      Christchurch.£96 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Mar, returning Sun, 29 Mar.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Fri, 27 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Sun, 29 Mar, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £96, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Fri, 27 MarHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Sun, 29 MarCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £96
      Christchurch.£100 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £100, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Wed, 13 AugHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Wed, 20 AugCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £100
      Christchurch.£123 per passenger.Departing Sun, 12 Oct, returning Sun, 19 Oct.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Sun, 12 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Sun, 19 Oct, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £123, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Sun, 12 OctHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Sun, 19 OctCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £123
      Christchurch.£128 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Sep, returning Sat, 27 Sep.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Wed, 24 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Sat, 27 Sep, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £128, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Wed, 24 SepHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Sat, 27 SepCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £128
      Christchurch.£162 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Jul, returning Wed, 30 Jul.Return flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Hamilton on Mon, 28 Jul, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Christchurch on Wed, 30 Jul, arriving in Hamilton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £162, select.
      Air New Zealand
      Mon, 28 JulHLZ - CHC with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      Air New Zealand
      Wed, 30 JulCHC - HLZ with Air New Zealand
      Direct
      from £162
      How did we find these deals? The deals you see here are the lowest prices for flight tickets from Hamilton to Christchurch found in the last 4 days, and are subject to change and availability.

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

      Hamilton to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

      Hamilton to Christchurch: Flight information

      The things to know before you go.
      Cheapest flight found£83
      Cheapest month to flyDecember
      Average flight time1 hr, 47 mins
      Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
      Average flights per week22

      Finding cheap flights from Hamilton to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Hamilton to Christchurch is £83. 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.
      1 hour and 47 minutes is the average flight time from Hamilton to Christchurch.
      Air New Zealand and Singapore Airlines fly direct from Hamilton to Christchurch.
      As of July 2025, there are 22 flights per week flying from Hamilton to Christchurch.
      The cheapest month to fly from Hamilton to Christchurch is usually December.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Hamilton Airport to Christchurch Airport on Wednesday, 17 December 2025.
      Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 47 minutes.
      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.
      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.
      Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

      Travelling from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

      • Book a direct flight from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 50 minutes.

      • Hamilton and Christchurch are both in the UTC+13 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.

      • Choose from 39 weekly Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flights. The 07:40 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 18:15.

      • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your HLZ to CHC flight.

      • Flying during a peak time such as April? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • Travelling to Christchurch (and then discovering more of New Zealand!) is a snap with Air New Zealand. This popular carrier has direct flights from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

      • Air New Zealand is the airline most travellers choose for this route.

      • With 66.81% of services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering HLZ to CHC flights.

      • Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Wellington International Airport is a popular stopover on the HLZ to CHC route.

      How to find the cheapest flights from Hamilton International Airport (HLZ) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

      • £54 is currently the best price for a one-way Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from £83. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.

      • Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from HLZ to CHC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

      • The cheapest month for flights from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is November. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

      • Finding cheap flights from HLZ to CHC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

      • Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.

      Handy information about Hamilton International Airport (HLZ)

      • Of the departures from Hamilton International Airport, 72.87% arrive on time at their destination.

      • To get to Hamilton International Airport from central Hamilton, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 10 miles from the airport to the city centre.

      • The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 25 minutes.

      • Looking for a handy hotel near HLZ? If you've booked an early flight from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:

        • JetPark Hamilton Airport New Zealand

        • The Narrows Landing Hotel

        • Rural Delight by Tiny Away

      Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

      • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:

        • Lylo Christchurch, an EVT Hotel

        • North South Holiday Park

        • Novotel Christchurch Airport

      • Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.

      • Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.

      Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

      • From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 35 miles away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.

      When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

      • It's time to plan your dates for your flight from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in April.

      • When booking your flight from Hamilton International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

      • July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HLZ to CHC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.

      Explore more of New Zealand

      • Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Christchurch. Around 200 miles away to the north-east, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

      • If you're looking to explore another corner of New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 180 miles south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among its highlights.

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