Cheap flights from Queenstown to Christchurch
Flights overview
Prices shown are for one adult in Economy class flights from Zürich to New York. This includes the cheapest Business class options where available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Prices reflect the lowest available in the next three months, though they are subject to change and availability.
Last-minute deals apply to the cheapest weekend trips available in the next seven days, with weekend trips being flights departing between Thursday and Saturday and returning on Sunday or Monday.
Flight duration shown is based on nonstop flights or those with the fewest stops available.
Useful information for finding cheap flights from Queenstown to Christchurch and booking your next trip
| Cheapest round-trip flights | $117 |
Air New Zealand
Nonstop
1 hr
Thu, Jul 30 — Sun, Aug 2
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The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is currently $117 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $59 |
Air New Zealand
Nonstop
1 hr
Wed, Jun 24
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The cheapest one-way flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is currently $59 | |
| Last-minute weekend getaway | $203 |
Air New Zealand
Nonstop
2 hr
Sat, May 9 — Sun, May 10
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The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Queenstown to Christchurch is currently $203 | |
| Cheapest business class flights | $2,320 |
Jetstar, Qantas
1 stop
27 hr
Fri, Jun 12 — Mon, Jun 15
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The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is currently $2,320 | |
| Fastest flight | 55 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Queenstown to Christchurch takes 55 min |
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| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Queenstown to Christchurch per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch is typically June. The most expensive month to fly is typically February.
| June Cheapest
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Typical prices: $90–245 |
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| February Most expensive
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Typical prices: $190–440 |
Popular airlines from Queenstown to Christchurch
Popularity is based on the number of weekly nonstop and connecting flights the airline operates. Connecting flights do not include interline routes.
Flight suggestions are based on an airline's cheapest round-trip fares from Queenstown to Christchurch in the next 3 months. Prices include required taxes + fees for one adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Typical prices are based on fares observed in the past year for one-week round trips with the same origin, destination, and airline.
- Air New ZealandNonstopfrom $117Typical price: $110–32024 weekly nonstop flightsZQN - CHC Every day673 weekly connecting flightsZQN - CHC Every day
- Jetstarfrom $240Typical price: $320–75061 weekly connecting flightsZQN - CHC Every day
- Qantasfrom $747Typical price: $810–1,35044 weekly connecting flightsZQN - CHC Every day
Popular airports near Queenstown
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Queenstown center and popularity with travelers.
- Queenstown Airport (ZQN)Queenstown New Zealand 12 min 4 mi
- Invercargill Airport (IVC)Invercargill New Zealand 2 hr 28 min 97 mi
- Dunedin Airport (DUD)Dunedin New Zealand 3 hr 25 min 96 mi
Popular airports near Christchurch
Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Christchurch center and popularity with travelers.
- Christchurch Airport (CHC)Christchurch New Zealand 22 min 6 mi
- Richard Pearse-Timaru-Levels Airport (TIU)Timaru New Zealand 1 hr 59 min 88 mi
- Hokitika Airport (HKK)Hokitika New Zealand 3 hr 23 min 100 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Queenstown to Christchurch
The cheapest flights from Queenstown to Christchurch are usually in June. Typical ticket prices in June range from $90 to $245.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Christchurch recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $117. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $59.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $117, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 2.
- The cheapest Jetstar flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $240, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 2.
- The cheapest Qantas flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $747, flying from Jul 24 to Jul 26.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Christchurch starts at $117 from Thu, Jul 30 to Sun, Aug 2. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $59 and departs on Wed, Jun 24.
55 min is the shortest flight time from Queenstown to Christchurch.
The city receives most of its visitors Nov–Apr, the warmest months. May–Oct is cool, with nighttime temperatures around freezing Jun–Aug. In the rain shadow of the Southern Alps, the city is sunny and relatively dry and can be subjected to strong Nor’wester winds. The World Buskers Festival (Jan) brings street performers to the city. The New Zealand Jazz & Blues Festival (Apr) features artists from around the world. The NZ Cup & Show Week (Nov), a major agricultural fair, also encompasses horse racing and fashion.
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Queenstown to Christchurch.
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.
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 Queenstown to Christchurch 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 Queenstown to Christchurch.
In terms of nonstop flights, Air New Zealand is the most popular. Air New Zealand offers 24 nonstop flights and 673 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC) .
Other popular airlines flying from Queenstown to Christchurch are:
In terms of nonstop flights, Air New Zealand is the most popular. Air New Zealand offers 24 nonstop flights and 673 connecting flights per week. Air New Zealand flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC) .
Other popular airlines flying from Queenstown to Christchurch are:
- Jetstar offers 61 connecting flights per week. Jetstar flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC) .
- Qantas offers 44 connecting flights per week. Qantas flies from Queenstown Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC) .
The cheapest round-trip flight from Queenstown to Christchurch recently found on Google Flights was with Air New Zealand from $117. The cheapest one-way flight was with Air New Zealand from $59.
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
- The cheapest Air New Zealand flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $117, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 2.
- The cheapest Jetstar flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $240, flying from Jul 30 to Aug 2.
- The cheapest Qantas flight from Queenstown to Christchurch is $747, flying from Jul 24 to Jul 26.
Air New Zealand flies direct from Queenstown to Christchurch.
- There are 24 Air New Zealand direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch per week. Flights are available every day.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Queenstown and Christchurch at price $203 is offered by Air New Zealand from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
Air New Zealand flies direct from Queenstown to Christchurch.
- There are 24 Air New Zealand direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch per week. Flights are available every day.
There are direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Queenstown and Christchurch start at $117 from Thu, Jul 30 to Sun, Aug 2 with Air New Zealand.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Queenstown to Christchurch, 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 Queenstown and Christchurch start at $2,320 from Fri, Jun 12 to Mon, Jun 15 with Jetstar, Qantas.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Queenstown and Christchurch start at $117 from Thu, Jul 30 to Sun, Aug 2.
To book business class trips from Queenstown to Christchurch, 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.
You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Queenstown and Christchurch starts at $203 from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10 with Air New Zealand.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Queenstown and Christchurch at price $203 is offered by Air New Zealand from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Queenstown to Christchurch, 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.
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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Popular trips from Queenstown
These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months.
Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
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Sydney$372May 29 — May 31Nonstop 3 hr 15 min Jetstar
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New York$1,210May 16 — May 182 stops 29 hr 5 min American, Qantas
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ParisMay 28 — May 31
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LondonJun 18 — Jun 21
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