Cheap flights from Christchurch to Sydney

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Cheapest round-trip flights $320
Air New Zealand Nonstop 4 hr Sat, May 9 — Fri, May 15
The cheapest round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney is currently $320
Cheapest one-way flight $138
Air New Zealand Nonstop 4 hr Wed, May 13
The cheapest one-way flight from Christchurch to Sydney is currently $138
Last-minute weekend getaway $749
Qantas Nonstop 4 hr Sat, Feb 28 — Mon, Mar 2
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Christchurch to Sydney is currently $749
Cheapest business class flights $738
Qantas Nonstop 4 hr Thu, Mar 5 — Wed, Mar 11
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney is currently $738
Fastest flight 3 hr 20 min The fastest nonstop flight from Christchurch to Sydney takes 3 hr 20 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Sydney is typically June. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
June
Cheapest
Typical prices: $345–470
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $475–680

Popular airlines from Christchurch to Sydney

  • Qantas
    Nonstop
    from $361
    Typical price: $420–640
    16 weekly nonstop flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
    70 weekly connecting flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
  • Air New Zealand
    Nonstop
    from $320
    Typical price: $395–740
    8 weekly nonstop flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
    99 weekly connecting flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
  • Emirates
    Nonstop
    from $361
    Typical price: $430–720
    7 weekly nonstop flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
  • Jetstar
    from $420
    Typical price: $445–730
    42 weekly connecting flights
    CHC - SYD Every day
  • Fiji Airways
    from $789
    Typical price: $1,100–1,950
    7 weekly connecting flights
    CHC - SYD Every Mon, Thu, Sat

Popular airports near Christchurch

  • Christchurch Airport (CHC)
    Christchurch New Zealand 6 mi
  • Richard Pearse-Timaru-Levels Airport (TIU)
    Timaru New Zealand 1 hr 59 min 88 mi
  • Marlborough Airport Blenheim (BHE)
    Blenheim New Zealand 4 hr 9 min 152 mi
  • Hokitika Airport (HKK)
    Hokitika New Zealand 3 hr 23 min 100 mi

Popular airports near Sydney

  • Sydney Airport (SYD)
    Sydney Australia 17 min 6 mi
  • Canberra Airport (CBR)
    Canberra Australia 3 hr 152 mi
  • Newcastle Airport (NTL)
    Newcastle Australia 2 hr 6 min 82 mi
  • Shellharbour Airport (WOL)
    Wollongong Australia 1 hr 32 min 53 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Christchurch to Sydney

The cheapest flights from Christchurch to Sydney are usually in June. Typical ticket prices in June range from $345 to $470.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $320. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $138.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qantas flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $361, flying from Apr 30 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $320, flying from May 9 to May 15.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $361, flying from May 2 to May 8.
  • The cheapest Jetstar flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $420, flying from May 14 to May 20.
  • The cheapest Fiji Airways flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $789, flying from May 18 to May 27.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney starts at $320 from Sat, May 9 to Fri, May 15. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $138 and departs on Wed, May 13.
3 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from Christchurch to Sydney.
Sydney is temperate and sunny all year, and crowds are highest during summer (Dec–Feb) and during school holidays. Major events that increase hotel demand are the performing-arts–focused Sydney Festival (Jan), the Sydney Gay & Lesbian Mardi Gras (Feb–Mar), the Sydney Royal Easter Show (dates vary) and the Sydney Film Festival (Jun). Severe thunderstorms are most likely Oct–Mar.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Christchurch to Sydney.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Christchurch to Sydney really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Christchurch to Sydney.

In terms of nonstop flights, Qantas is the most popular. Qantas offers 16 nonstop flights and 70 connecting flights per week. Qantas flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

In terms of flights, Air New Zealand is the most popular. Air New Zealand offers 8 nonstop flights and 99 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .

Other popular airlines flying from Christchurch to Sydney are:
  • Emirates offers 7 nonstop flights per week. Emirates flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
  • Jetstar offers 42 connecting flights per week. Jetstar flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
  • Fiji Airways offers 7 connecting flights per week. Fiji Airways flies from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Sydney Airport (SYD) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Christchurch and Sydney.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Christchurch to Sydney recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $320. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $138.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Qantas flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $361, flying from Apr 30 to May 6.
  • The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $320, flying from May 9 to May 15.
  • The cheapest Emirates flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $361, flying from May 2 to May 8.
  • The cheapest Jetstar flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $420, flying from May 14 to May 20.
  • The cheapest Fiji Airways flight from Christchurch to Sydney is $789, flying from May 18 to May 27.
Qantas, Air New Zealand and Emirates fly direct from Christchurch to Sydney.
  • There are 16 Qantas direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 Air New Zealand direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Emirates direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Christchurch and Sydney at price $749 is offered by Qantas from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2.
Qantas, Air New Zealand and Emirates fly direct from Christchurch to Sydney.
  • There are 16 Qantas direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 8 Air New Zealand direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 7 Emirates direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Christchurch and Sydney start at $320 from Sat, May 9 to Fri, May 15 with Air New Zealand.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Christchurch to Sydney, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Christchurch and Sydney start at $738 from Thu, Mar 5 to Wed, Mar 11 with Qantas.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Christchurch and Sydney start at $320 from Sat, May 9 to Fri, May 15.
To book business class trips from Christchurch to Sydney, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Christchurch and Sydney starts at $749 from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2 with Qantas.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Christchurch and Sydney at price $749 is offered by Qantas from Sat, Feb 28 to Mon, Mar 2.
To find last-minute flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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