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Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch from £139

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Christchurch departing on 9/12. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Air New Zealand Logo
09:05 - 14:15SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:10 - 07:50CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
£280Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
09:05 - 14:15SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:10 - 07:50CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
£281Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
09:05 - 14:15SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
15:30 - 21:45CHC-SYD
8h 15m1 stop
£284Air New Zealand
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Tue, 10 Feb - Tue, 3 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 23:05SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
06:10 - 07:50CHC-SYD
3h 40mdirect
£286Air New Zealand
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Mon, 12 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 16:45SYD-CHC
8h 25m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
16:10 - 22:15CHC-SYD
8h 05m1 stop
£300Jetstar
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Fri, 21 Nov - Sat, 29 Nov
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 16:45SYD-CHC
8h 25m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
09:00 - 14:25CHC-SYD
7h 25m1 stop
£301Jetstar
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
Logo
18:05 - 23:15SYD-CHC
3h 10mdirect
Logo
18:20 - 19:40CHC-SYD
3h 20mdirect
£306
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Logo
12:50 - 13:15SYD-CHC
22h 25m1 stop
Logo
17:00 - 21:45CHC-SYD
6h 45m1 stop
£306
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Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
Emirates Logo
07:50 - 12:55SYD-CHC
3h 05mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:20 - 19:40CHC-SYD
3h 20mdirect
£322Emirates
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Thu, 25 Sep - Thu, 16 Oct
Qantas Airways Logo
18:55 - 23:55SYD-CHC
3h 00mdirect
Qantas Airways Logo
06:05 - 07:35CHC-SYD
3h 30mdirect
£335Qantas Airways
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Wed, 28 Jan - Tue, 17 Feb

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Christchurch flight tickets
Qantas Airways
28 Jan
SYD18:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 00m
CHC23:55Christchurch
17 Feb
CHC06:05Christchurch
3h 30m
SYD07:35Sydney Kingsford Smith
£335
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Qantas Airways
17 Sept
SYD18:55Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 04m
CHC23:59Christchurch
21 Sept
CHC06:00Christchurch
3h 30m
SYD07:30Sydney Kingsford Smith
£363
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Qantas Airways
24 Sept
SYD12:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
9h 25m
1 stop
CHC00:10Christchurch
16 Oct
CHC16:40Christchurch
3h 30m
SYD18:10Sydney Kingsford Smith
£397
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Air New Zealand flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Our best Air New Zealand deals on Sydney to Christchurch flight tickets
Air New Zealand
10 Feb
SYD09:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 10m
CHC14:15Christchurch
3 Mar
CHC06:10Christchurch
3h 40m
SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
£280
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Air New Zealand
10 Feb
SYD09:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 10m
CHC14:15Christchurch
3 Mar
CHC06:10Christchurch
3h 40m
SYD07:50Sydney Kingsford Smith
£281
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Air New Zealand
10 Feb
SYD09:05Sydney Kingsford Smith
3h 10m
CHC14:15Christchurch
3 Mar
CHC15:30Christchurch
8h 15m
1 stop
SYD21:45Sydney Kingsford Smith
£284
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Christchurch that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
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SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

09:05-14:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

£280

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

09:05-14:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

£281

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 10/2

09:05-14:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 3/3

15:30-21:45

1 stop8h 15m

£284

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 12/1

17:55-23:05

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Thu 22/1

06:10-07:50

Nonstop3h 40m

£286

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/11

06:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 29/11

16:10-22:15

1 stop8h 05m

£300

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 26/10

06:20-16:45

1 stop8h 25m

Christchurch

Sun 2/11

09:00-14:25

1 stop7h 25m

£301

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

18:05-23:15

Nonstop3h 10m

Christchurch

Sat 1/11

18:20-19:40

Nonstop3h 20m

£306

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 25/10

12:50-13:15

1 stop22h 25m

Christchurch

Sat 1/11

17:00-21:45

1 stop6h 45m

£306

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 25/9

07:50-12:55

Nonstop3h 05m

Christchurch

Thu 16/10

18:20-19:40

Nonstop3h 20m

£322

SydneyChristchurch

SYD - CHC

SYDCHC

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/1

18:55-23:55

Nonstop3h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 17/2

06:05-07:35

Nonstop3h 30m

£335

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Christchurch

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Sydney and Christchurch?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from Sydney is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around £265, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you are unable to visit Christchurch during the month of May, then departing from Sydney during the month March is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £266.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Christchurch is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as £268. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Christchurch on Sunday is £418.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Christchurch?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Christchurch is in the afternoon. momondo users have found flights departing from Sydney to Christchurch in the afternoon for as low as £302. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. Flights in the morning are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £314.

What is the cheapest Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from Sydney when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around £298 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Christchurch from Sydney for as low as £262 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Sydney to Christchurch flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Sydney to Christchurch flights are approximately 12% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Sydney to Christchurch

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Christchurch according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Sydney to Christchurch (SYD to CHC) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£297

Fastest flight time

3h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Christchurch

1 airport
The best flight deal from Sydney to Christchurch found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £297
The fastest flight from Sydney to Christchurch takes 3h 00m
Direct flights go from Sydney to Christchurch every day.
There is 1 airport near Christchurch: Christchurch (CHC)
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  • How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch by plane?

    A flight from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch will travel around 1327.3 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 00m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport?

    Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Christchurch Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Christchurch Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Sydney to Christchurch?

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Best airlines flying from Sydney to Christchurch

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
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Qantas AirwaysPriceFrom £190Free CancellationRating
7.5
905 reviews
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EmiratesPriceFrom £239Free CancellationRating
8.1
3,334 reviews
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  • Emirates Flights From Sydney to Christchurch

    Across 21 Emirates flights from Sydney to Christchurch this week, the average price was £423, with the best Emirates deals starting from £324 round-trip. 3,334 users have rated Emirates on momondo, with an average score of 8.1/10.

  • Qantas Airways Flights From Sydney to Christchurch

    Qantas Airways (7.5/10 from 905 reviews) operates around 21 flights from Sydney to Christchurch in any given week. The average Qantas Airways airfare for this route is around £451, with deals from around £257 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Sydney to Christchurch flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Sydney to Christchurch flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

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