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WLGCHCSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareNZ$374Air NewZealand
Fastest0h 55mgate to gate
Options found100flights on this route
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Air NewZealand
NZ-410
07:45
2026-10-03
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
11H :40 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 9h 10m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
19:25
2026-10-03
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$629
Flight DetailsWLG to CHC - 11H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-410
07:45
2026-10-03
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
12H :40 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 10h 10m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
20:25
2026-10-03
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$629
Flight DetailsWLG to CHC - 12H :40 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 1 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Air NewZealand
NZ-410
07:45
2026-10-03
Wellington (WLG)Wellington International
14H :25 M
1 Stop
AKL
· 11h 55m Auckland (AKL), New Zealand
22:10
2026-10-03
Christchurch (CHC)Christchurch International
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 1 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
1 Pieces 1 Pieces
NZ$629
Flight DetailsWLG to CHC - 14H :25 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$374Air NewZealand09:00
Earliest departureNZ$629Air NewZealand06:00
Shortest durationNZ$403Air NewZealand07:00
Night
00:00-05:59
No optionOpen full search for moreMorning
06:00-11:59
NZ$374Air NewZealand at 09:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
NZ$374Air NewZealand at 12:25Evening
18:00-23:59
NZ$403Air NewZealand at 19:10
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Wellington (WLG)
Wellington International
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -41.3272018433
Longitude: 174.804992676
Christchurch (CHC)
Christchurch International
New Zealand
GMT 12
Latitude: -43.48939895629883
Longitude: 172.53199768066406
Distance: Wellington (WLG), New Zealand to Christchurch (CHC), New Zealand - 304.32 km
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How to travel Wellington to Christchurch
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Non-stop flight Fastest₹20,80455m11 flights today
Connecting flight₹25,421Longer — includes a stop89 options
Air distance is about 304 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair.
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Airlines flying from Wellington to Christchurch
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Air NewZealand Flights
from NZ$374100 flights
Fares from
NZ$374
Non-stop
11 in these results
Departures
100 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
0h 55m · Air NewZealand
First departure of the day
06:00 · Air NewZealand
Last departure of the day
20:00 · Air NewZealand
Options in this snapshot
100
Direct / non-stop options
11
Airport codes
Wellington–WLG, Christchurch–CHC
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 100 flights appear in the dated route snapshot, including 11 non-stop options. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 20:00. The fastest flight takes about 0h 55m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from NZ$374, Afternoon from NZ$374, Evening from NZ$403. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Wellington 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 Wellington to Christchurch, Saturday shows the lowest fare at NZ$374. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Wellington from Christchurch by air?
The direct air distance between Wellington (WLG) and Christchurch (CHC) is about 304 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from WLG to CHC?
Yes. 11 non-stop flights are showing on Wellington to Christchurch for the dates currently loaded. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Wellington 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 Wellington to Christchurch?
The quickest non-stop Wellington to Christchurch flight currently loaded takes about 55m. Across the non-stop options showing, block time ranges from 55m to 1h 5m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Wellington 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 Wellington to Christchurch flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Wellington to Christchurch for the dates currently loaded is NZ$374. Fares on the same dates run up to NZ$974, 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 Wellington to Christchurch flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 20:00, local time at Wellington. 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: 304.32 km.
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Lowest Wellington to Christchurch airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
NZ$374
03/10/2026
Air NewZealand
09:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
NZ$367
13/10/2026
Air NewZealand
09:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
NZ$355
12/12/2026
Air NewZealand
09:00
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Wellington to Christchurch Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Wellington and Christchurch is approximately 304 KM. The flight duration ranges from 0H :55 M up to 14H :55 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Wellington to Christchurch Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 100 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Wellington at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 20:00. Flights depart from Wellington International and land at Christchurch International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Wellington to Christchurch
Aerial Distance
304 KM
Flight Duration
0H :55 M - 14H :55 M
Airport Codes
Wellington - WLG, Christchurch - CHC
Total Flights Available
100 flights (11 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:00
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
36 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
38 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
12 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
12 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
2 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
WLG: Wellington airport. Airport access in Wellington 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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