CHC - SYD

£124 Find Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Sydney

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney departing on 10/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Christchurch to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Christchurch to Sydney, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
£291
Overall average: £284
Air New Zealand
Fri 13/2Tue 17/2
CHC - SYD • Direct
Cheapest direct flights
£313
Typical prices: £254-£295
Air New Zealand
Tue 24/2Sun 1/3
CHC - SYD • Direct
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Emirates Economy offers 33-inch legroom for comfort.
Qantas Economy includes free alcohol and entertainment.
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5 weeks
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 5 weeks in advance save around 20% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Christchurch to Sydney (CHC-SYD)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Christchurch to Sydney that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Christchurch to Sydney

Fri, 13 Feb - Tue, 17 Feb
Air New Zealand Logo
06:10 - 07:50
CHC
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SYD
3h 40mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
07:45 - 18:25
SYD
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CHC
8h 40m1 stop
£291Air New Zealand
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Jetstar Logo
16:10 - 22:15
CHC
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SYD
8h 05m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 19:55
SYD
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CHC
11h 35m1 stop
£292Jetstar
Tue, 24 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
16:00 - 21:45
CHC
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SYD
7h 45m1 stop
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 23:05
SYD
-
CHC
3h 10mdirect
£300Air New Zealand
Tue, 20 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan
Jetstar Logo
16:10 - 22:15
CHC
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SYD
8h 05m1 stop
Jetstar Logo
06:20 - 19:55
SYD
-
CHC
11h 35m1 stop
£307Jetstar
Tue, 24 Feb - Sun, 1 Mar
Air New Zealand Logo
06:10 - 07:50
CHC
-
SYD
3h 40mdirect
Air New Zealand Logo
17:55 - 23:05
SYD
-
CHC
3h 10mdirect
£313Air New Zealand
Thu, 29 Jan - Fri, 30 Jan
Emirates Logo
18:20 - 19:40
CHC
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SYD
3h 20mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 23:55
SYD
-
CHC
3h 00mdirect
£327Emirates
Thu, 29 Jan - Thu, 29 Jan
Emirates Logo
06:05 - 07:35
CHC
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SYD
3h 30mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 23:55
SYD
-
CHC
3h 00mdirect
£331Emirates
Fri, 26 Dec - Thu, 22 Jan
Emirates Logo
06:05 - 07:35
CHC
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SYD
3h 30mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 23:55
SYD
-
CHC
3h 00mdirect
£349Emirates
Sun, 18 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 08:35
CHC
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SYD
18h 25m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:55 - 23:55
SYD
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CHC
3h 00mdirect
£372Multiple Airlines
Mon, 26 Jan - Sun, 1 Feb
Emirates Logo
06:05 - 07:35
CHC
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SYD
3h 30mdirect
Emirates Logo
18:55 - 23:55
SYD
-
CHC
3h 00mdirect
£378Emirates
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Christchurch to Sydney flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Christchurch to Sydney to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Sydney?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Christchurch to Sydney clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Sydney on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Christchurch to Sydney. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch to Sydney?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Sydney is June, where tickets cost £262 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £322 and £306 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Christchurch to Sydney?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of £255, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Christchurch to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Sydney, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 20% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Christchurch to Sydney

 
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KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Qantas Airways

Qantas offers lie-flat seats in Business Class, ideal for arriving well-rested and ready for work.


Qantas Economy Class includes free alcohol and a well-stocked entertainment system for a pleasant journey.

Emirates

Emirates Economy offers 33-inch legroom and ergonomic seats, ensuring comfort for taller passengers.


Emirates provides Wi-Fi for all, free for Skywards members, enhancing connectivity during flights.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Christchurch to Sydney

Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight£124
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (12% more expensive on average)
Flight from Christchurch to Sydney

When to book flights from Christchurch to Sydney

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Christchurch to Sydney based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
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FAQs for booking flights from Christchurch to Sydney

  • What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney was £129 for a one-way ticket and £291 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Christchurch airport is called Christchurch and the only airport in Sydney is Sydney Kingsford Smith.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Christchurch to Sydney?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Sydney flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Christchurch to Sydney?

    There are direct flights from Christchurch to Sydney on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Christchurch to Sydney.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Christchurch to Sydney?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Sydney from Christchurch is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Sydney with an airline and back to Christchurch with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Christchurch to Sydney?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Sydney from Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Christchurch to Sydney

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Sydney to Christchurch? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £139 or less one-way.

Prefer to fly direct from Christchurch to Sydney?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith.
Find which airlines fly direct from Christchurch Airport to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Christchurch to Sydney Kingsford Smith

Monday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

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Direct returns

Sydney Kingsford Smith to Christchurch

Monday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Tuesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Thursday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Friday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

Sunday

Air New Zealand, Emirates, Qantas Airways

Air New Zealand, Emirates, +1 more

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Christchurch to Sydney

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