Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

Emirates, Singapore Airlines and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Christchurch from United Kingdom according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Christchurch. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Christchurch on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Christchurch?

Flight times from United Kingdom to Christchurch vary, but if you’re flying out of Manchester and flying into Christchurch (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 28h 05m on average. Another popular route from United Kingdom to Christchurch is flying from Edinburgh to Christchurch, which will take roughly 29h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from United Kingdom to Christchurch?

China Southern, Etihad Airways, and Singapore Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from United Kingdom to Christchurch

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?

Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?

As of August 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Christchurch Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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22:00 - 22:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

37h 20m3 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Auckland Intl

06:15 - 19:30CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

49h 15m3 stops Auckland Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

£745Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

22:00 - 22:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

37h 20m3 stops Changsha Huanghua Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Auckland Intl

06:15 - 19:30CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

49h 15m3 stops Auckland Intl Haikou Meilan Intl Changsha Huanghua Intl

£767Multiple Airlines

Fri, 18 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep

21:30 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 50m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

22:30 - 18:35CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

33h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£785China Southern

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov

21:30 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 50m2 stops Beijing Daxing Intl Guangzhou Baiyun

22:30 - 14:00CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

52h 30m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Wuhan

£790China Southern

Mon, 26 Oct - Mon, 9 Nov

19:20 - 00:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 30m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:10 - 14:30CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

45h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£831Etihad Airways

Sat, 5 Dec - Sat, 23 Jan

19:20 - 16:00LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

31h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:10 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

42h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£831Etihad Airways

Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 27 Feb

20:15 - 14:00STN London Stansted-CHC Christchurch

28h 45m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 17:55CHC Christchurch-STN London Stansted

36h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,145Emirates

Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 11 Nov

14:55 - 12:55STN London Stansted-CHC Christchurch

35h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:20 - 18:45CHC Christchurch-STN London Stansted

36h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,148Emirates

Wed, 2 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

19:50 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

52h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 05:25CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,202Cathay Pacific

Mon, 16 Nov - Thu, 31 Dec

19:50 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

52h 00m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 05:25CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

28h 05m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,219Cathay Pacific

Mon, 16 Nov - Mon, 28 Dec

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11:35 - 16:25LGW London Gatwick-CHC Christchurch

41h 50m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Melbourne

06:15 - 19:10CHC Christchurch-LGW London Gatwick

47h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£891Multiple Airlines

Sun, 16 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

22:00 - 08:40LGW London Gatwick-CHC Christchurch

47h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

06:15 - 19:10CHC Christchurch-LGW London Gatwick

47h 55m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£1,059Multiple Airlines

Sun, 16 Aug - Sun, 6 Sep

09:30 - 23:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

27h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

06:30 - 15:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

43h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£1,271Etihad Airways

Sun, 16 Aug - Mon, 7 Sep

09:30 - 23:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

27h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

06:30 - 15:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

43h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£1,300Etihad Airways

Sun, 16 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

16:50 - 12:55LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

33h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 18:40CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

36h 20m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,521Emirates

Sat, 15 Aug - Tue, 15 Sep

19:50 - 12:55LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 05m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:20 - 20:15CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

48h 55m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

£1,561Emirates

Thu, 13 Aug - Thu, 20 Aug

08:20 - 15:25LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

44h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

15:45 - 11:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

54h 20m2 stops Brisbane Los Angeles Los Angeles

£1,699American Airlines

Sat, 15 Aug - Thu, 3 Sep

08:20 - 15:25LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

44h 05m2 stops Los Angeles Los Angeles Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 09:05CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

38h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dallas/Fort Worth

£1,699American Airlines

Sat, 15 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

20:50 - 00:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 30m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 06:35CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

35h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,709Qantas Airways

Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 9 Sep

20:50 - 14:25LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Brisbane

06:00 - 06:35CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

35h 35m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,727Qantas Airways

Sat, 15 Aug - Tue, 15 Sep

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Etihad Airways flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch

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Etihad Airways

28 Nov

LHR19:20London Heathrow

31h 40m

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CHC16:00Christchurch

27 Feb

CHC06:10Christchurch

42h 55m

2 stops

LHR12:05London Heathrow

£831

Etihad Airways

31 Oct

LHR19:20London Heathrow

40h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

14 Nov

CHC06:10Christchurch

61h 30m

2 stops

LHR06:40London Heathrow

£867

Etihad Airways

31 Oct

LHR19:20London Heathrow

40h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

14 Nov

CHC06:00Christchurch

37h 40m

2 stops

LHR06:40London Heathrow

£871

China Southern flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch

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China Southern

2 Nov

LGW09:50London Gatwick

42h 30m

1 stop

CHC17:20Christchurch

16 Nov

CHC22:30Christchurch

45h 00m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

£783

China Southern

28 Oct

LGW09:50London Gatwick

42h 30m

1 stop

CHC17:20Christchurch

11 Nov

CHC22:30Christchurch

45h 00m

1 stop

LGW06:30London Gatwick

£784

China Southern

26 Oct

LHR21:30London Heathrow

30h 50m

2 stops

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9 Nov

CHC22:30Christchurch

33h 05m

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LHR18:35London Heathrow

£785

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14:20-05:25

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£1,219

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly to Christchurch from United Kingdom is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around £1,198, 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 United Kingdom during the month November is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £1,278.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Christchurch from United Kingdom when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Christchurch for around £1,401 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 United Kingdom for as low as £1,178 on momondo.

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Fastest flight time	26h 45m
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The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Christchurch takes 26h 45m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from the United Kingdom to Christchurch

When did momondo last update prices for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?
Prices for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?
As of August 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from United Kingdom to Christchurch Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Christchurch Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Christchurch Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Christchurch Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from United Kingdom to Christchurch

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Lufthansa	PriceFrom £431	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,182 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
China Southern	PriceFrom £785	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 173 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £963	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,502 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,655 reviews	Search Emirates flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £1,085	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,115 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,115	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 662 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,126	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,584 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £1,130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,451 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,142	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,081 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £1,193	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,918 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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