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AKLCHCSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareNZ$325Air NewZealand
Fastest1h 25mgate to gate
Options found111flights on this route
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Air NewZealand
NZ-1277
15:50
2026-10-03
AUCKLAND (AKL)Auckland International
17H :25 M
1 Stop
DUD
· 14h 25m Dunedin (DUD), New Zealand
09:15
2026-10-04
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 6 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$532
Flight DetailsAKL to CHC - 17H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-5583
17:00
2026-10-03
AUCKLAND (AKL)Auckland International
17H :25 M
1 Stop
NSN
· 14h 55m Nelson (NSN), New Zealand
10:25
2026-10-04
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 2 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$536
Flight DetailsAKL to CHC - 17H :25 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-631
06:00
2026-10-03
AUCKLAND (AKL)Auckland International
11H :40 M
1 Stop
ZQN
· 8h 35m Queenstown (ZQN), New Zealand
17:40
2026-10-03
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$537
Flight DetailsAKL to CHC - 11H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareNZ$325Air NewZealand18:00
Earliest departureNZ$364Air NewZealand06:00
Shortest durationNZ$325Air NewZealand18:00
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
NZ$364Air NewZealand at 06:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
NZ$364Air NewZealand at 15:00Evening
18:00-23:59
NZ$325Air NewZealand at 18:00
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Auckland (AKL)
Auckland International
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -37.008098602299995
Longitude: 174.792007446
Christchurch (CHC)
Christchurch International
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -43.48939895629883
Longitude: 172.53199768066406
Distance: Auckland (AKL), New Zealand to Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand - 745.69 km
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Connecting flight₹23,863Longer — includes a stop95 options
Air distance is about 746 km.
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Airlines flying from Auckland to Christchurch
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Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
1h 25m · Air NewZealand
First departure of the day
06:00 · Air NewZealand
Last departure of the day
21:10 · Air NewZealand
Options in this snapshot
111
Direct / non-stop options
16
Airport codes
Auckland–AKL, Christchurch–CHC
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 111 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 16 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:10. The fastest flight takes about 1h 25m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from NZ$325, Morning from NZ$364, Afternoon from NZ$364. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Auckland to Christchurch flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Auckland to Christchurch, Saturday shows the lowest fare at NZ$325. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Auckland from Christchurch by air?
The direct air distance between Auckland (AKL) and Christchurch (CHC) is about 746 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from AKL to CHC?
Yes. 16 non-stop flights are showing on Auckland to Christchurch for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Auckland to Christchurch?
Air NewZealand is showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Auckland to Christchurch?
The quickest non-stop Auckland to Christchurch flight currently loaded takes about 1h 25m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Auckland to Christchurch flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Auckland to Christchurch flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Auckland to Christchurch for the dates currently loaded is NZ$325. Fares on the same dates run up to NZ$1,104, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Auckland to Christchurch flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 21:10, local time at Auckland. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 745.69 km.
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Lowest Auckland to Christchurch airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
NZ$325
03/10/2026
Air NewZealand
18:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
NZ$319
13/10/2026
Air NewZealand
18:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
NZ$309
12/12/2026
Air NewZealand
18:00
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Auckland to Christchurch Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Auckland and Christchurch is approximately 746 KM. The flight duration ranges from 1H :25 M up to 18H :05 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Auckland to Christchurch Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 111 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Auckland at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 21:10. Flights depart from Auckland International and land at Christchurch International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Auckland to Christchurch
Aerial Distance
746 KM
Flight Duration
1H :25 M - 18H :05 M
Airport Codes
Auckland - AKL, Christchurch - CHC
Total Flights Available
111 flights (16 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 21:10
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
33 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
40 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
20 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
10 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
8 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
AKL: Auckland airport. Airport access in Auckland depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
CHC: Christchurch airport. Airport access in Christchurch depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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