Which airlines fly to Christchurch?

Emirates, Singapore Airlines and China Southern 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 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Christchurch. Keep in mind that there are 8 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 Edinburgh and flying into Christchurch (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 27h 55m on average. Another popular route from United Kingdom to Christchurch is flying from London to Christchurch, which will take roughly 29h 05m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

Etihad Airways, China Southern, and Emirates 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 October 2026, there are 8 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.

£414 Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to Christchurch in 2026/27

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22:00 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

22:30 - 17:55CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

32h 25m2 stops Guangzhou Baiyun Beijing Daxing Intl

£809China Southern

Sat, 6 Mar - Wed, 17 Mar

22:00 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

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

33h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£810China Southern

Tue, 9 Feb - Mon, 8 Mar

08:40 - 00:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

26h 55m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

06:10 - 18:10CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

49h 00m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl

£872Etihad Airways

Fri, 27 Nov - Wed, 24 Mar

19:20 - 00:35LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

40h 15m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Melbourne

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

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

£872Etihad Airways

Wed, 25 Nov - Wed, 24 Mar

21:00 - 22:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

36h 20m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Auckland Intl

20:50 - 17:30CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

57h 40m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£882Multiple Airlines

Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

22:00 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

30h 20m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

06:10 - 19:00CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

47h 50m2 stops Melbourne New Delhi Indira Gandhi Intl

£897Multiple Airlines

Wed, 3 Mar - Sun, 11 Apr

22:05 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

25h 45m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 06:50CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

29h 30m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,132Cathay Pacific

Tue, 23 Feb - Mon, 22 Mar

21:05 - 12:55STN London Stansted-CHC Christchurch

28h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

17:20 - 18:45CHC Christchurch-STN London Stansted

36h 25m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,179Emirates

Mon, 5 Apr - Sun, 25 Apr

14:05 - 14:15STN London Stansted-CHC Christchurch

35h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-STN London Stansted

30h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,194Emirates

Fri, 19 Feb - Tue, 16 Mar

20:10 - 12:50LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

27h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

14:20 - 07:00CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

29h 40m1 stop Hong Kong Intl

£1,285Cathay Pacific

Thu, 11 Feb - Sat, 13 Mar

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17:15 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

35h 05m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

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

33h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£1,021China Southern

Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

17:15 - 17:20LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

59h 05m2 stops Wuhan Guangzhou Baiyun

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

33h 05m1 stop Guangzhou Baiyun

£1,127China Southern

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

10:30 - 17:40LGW London Gatwick-CHC Christchurch

66h 10m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:15 - 14:00CHC Christchurch-LGW London Gatwick

44h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£1,170Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

17:00 - 17:40LGW London Gatwick-CHC Christchurch

59h 40m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Sydney Kingsford Smith

14:15 - 14:00CHC Christchurch-LGW London Gatwick

36h 45m2 stops Auckland Intl Shanghai Pu Dong

£1,208Multiple Airlines

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

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

29h 00m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 12:05CHC Christchurch-STN London Stansted

30h 55m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,516Emirates

Sun, 25 Oct - Fri, 6 Nov

08:40 - 14:10LHR 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

£1,533Etihad Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Tue, 10 Nov

08:40 - 14:10LHR 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

£1,533Etihad Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

09:05 - 13:55LGW London Gatwick-CHC Christchurch

40h 50m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 11:40CHC Christchurch-LGW London Gatwick

30h 30m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,550Emirates

Tue, 20 Oct - Fri, 20 Nov

20:20 - 14:15LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

28h 55m2 stops Dubai Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

18:10 - 13:50CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

32h 40m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

£1,593Qantas Airways

Sun, 25 Oct - Sun, 8 Nov

20:50 - 23:59LHR London Heathrow-CHC Christchurch

39h 09m2 stops Singapore Changi Sydney Kingsford Smith

06:00 - 06:15CHC Christchurch-LHR London Heathrow

37h 15m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Singapore Changi

£1,607Qantas Airways

Sat, 24 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

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Etihad Airways flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch

Our best Etihad Airways deals on United Kingdom to Christchurch flight tickets

Etihad Airways

25 Nov

LHR19:20London Heathrow

40h 15m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

24 Mar

CHC06:10Christchurch

42h 55m

2 stops

LHR12:05London Heathrow

£872

Etihad Airways

25 Nov

MAN08:15Manchester

27h 20m

2 stops

CHC00:35Christchurch

10 Feb

CHC06:10Christchurch

42h 45m

2 stops

MAN11:55Manchester

£964

Etihad Airways

6 Feb

MAN13:50Manchester

40h 30m

2 stops

CHC19:20Christchurch

8 Mar

CHC11:25Christchurch

31h 50m

2 stops

MAN06:15Manchester

£1,113

British Airways flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch

Our best British Airways deals on United Kingdom to Christchurch flight tickets

British Airways

12 Nov

NCL16:35Newcastle upon Tyne

42h 24m

3 stops

CHC23:59Christchurch

16 Nov

CHC06:00Christchurch

42h 35m

3 stops

NCL11:35Newcastle upon Tyne

£1,774

British Airways

23 Oct

MAN16:50Manchester

43h 09m

3 stops

CHC23:59Christchurch

8 Nov

CHC06:00Christchurch

39h 00m

3 stops

MAN08:00Manchester

£3,192

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22:30-17:55

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£882

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2 stops47h 50m

£897

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22:05-12:50

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Christchurch

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14:20-06:50

1 stop29h 30m

£1,132

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21:05-12:55

2 stops28h 50m

Christchurch

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17:20-18:45

2 stops36h 25m

£1,179

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STN London Stansted - CHC Christchurch

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London Stansted

Fri 19/2

14:05-14:15

2 stops35h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 16/3

18:10-12:05

2 stops30h 55m

£1,194

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Thu 11/2

20:10-12:50

1 stop27h 40m

Christchurch

Sat 13/3

14:20-07:00

1 stop29h 40m

£1,285

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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 £1,211, 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 September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £1,251.

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 £1,443 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 £1,152 on momondo.

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Best price found	£414
Fastest flight time	27h 55m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Christchurch from United Kingdom in the past 72 hours is £414. The best return flight deal from United Kingdom to Christchurch found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £809.

The fastest flight from United Kingdom to Christchurch takes 27h 55m

There are no direct flights from United Kingdom to Christchurch. There are no popular flight routes from United Kingdom to Christchurch.

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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 October 2026, there are 8 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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from United Kingdom to Christchurch with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
China Southern	PriceFrom £774	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 179 reviews	Search China Southern flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom £911	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,546 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom £1,054	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,682 reviews	Search Emirates flights
Air New Zealand	PriceFrom £1,058	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 675 reviews	Search Air New Zealand flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom £1,132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,388 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom £1,141	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 1,628 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom £1,151	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,114 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom £1,176	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,522 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights

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