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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch

JNB — CHC
Sep 3 — Sep 101
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg to Christchurch are usually found in August or June, booked 24 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Christchurch

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Christchurch (CHC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

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December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R19 177
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R52 855 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 246 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 22 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 24 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch (average of R1 093). Flying from Johannesburg to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 471). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to CHC?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 August 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Johannesburg to Christchurch in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 9% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Christchurch flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Christchurch. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Christchurch. Reviews last updated 29 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 352 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
977 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
South African
7,6
Good
43 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
905 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 322 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Boarding

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg?

    Christchurch (CHC), located 9,5 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch. 5 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Johannesburg on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Johannesburg per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Christchurch round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch round-trip from R14 968. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are South African, from R16 514, and Qantas Airways, from R17 515. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

    Johannesburg to Christchurch flights have a stopover in Sydney most of the time. Dubai follows Sydney in terms of the most common stopover location on Johannesburg to Christchurch flights.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in Dubai?

    Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall are the most popular attractions in Dubai if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Gold Souq, Burj Khalifa, and Dubai Mall can be accessed by travelling approximately 6,8 km, 11,0 km, and 10,5 km, respectively from Dubai Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Dubai Intl for about R208 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Johannesburg to Christchurch flights?

    The least popular stopover on flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch is Singapore.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Christchurch flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Christchurch by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Christchurch (average of R1 093). Flying from Johannesburg to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 471). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Christchurch

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Christchurch. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 29 August 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR14 968AverageR18 665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 514AverageR17 839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 515AverageR20 327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR18 451AverageR24 259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR22 332AverageR27 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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