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Cheap flights from South Africa to Christchurch from R14 802

JNB — CHC
Oct 17 — Oct 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Christchurch

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Christchurch

Fri 30/1013:40 -
2 stops37h 20m
Fri 6/1118:20 -
2 stops34h 40m
Deal found 15/9R21 512
Fri 30/1013:30 -
3 stops37h 30m
Fri 6/1118:20 -
2 stops33h 25m
Deal found 15/9R25 062
Fri 30/1015:20 -
3 stops30h 05m
Fri 6/1121:50 -
3 stops33h 05m
Deal found 15/9R27 830
Mon 16/1110:40 -
2 stops37h 00m
Sat 2/16:05 -
2 stops45h 40m
Deal found 14/9R29 849

Find flight deals from South Africa to Christchurch

Round-trip from

R21 512

One-way from

R14 802

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

R23 335
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 30/10-6/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 00m total
  • South Africa to Christchurch
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18/1-31/12
  • 18/1-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 58h 30m total
  • South Africa to Christchurch
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R22 907 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 858 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

15:20-12:50

2 stops58h 30m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

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Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 18/1

12:20-9:25

3 stops34h 05m

Christchurch

Wed 31/12

0:00-14:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R18 271

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

13:40-14:00

2 stops37h 20m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

18:20-18:00

2 stops34h 40m

R21 512

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

20:00-14:00

2 stops31h 00m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

17:20-11:30

2 stops52h 10m

R24 133

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/1

19:25-14:35

2 stops32h 10m

Christchurch

Tue 13/4

8:30-10:15

3 stops35h 45m

R26 690

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

15:20-8:25

3 stops30h 05m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

21:50-19:55

3 stops33h 05m

R27 830

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Mon 16/11

12:35-7:40

3 stops56h 05m

Christchurch

Sat 2/1

6:00-10:30

2 stops39h 30m

R31 380

Cape TownChristchurch

CPT Cape Town Intl - CHC Christchurch

CPTCHC

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/10

20:00-14:00

1 stop31h 00m

Christchurch

Fri 6/11

12:00-9:25

2 stops32h 25m

R57 109

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Christchurch

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Christchurch

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Christchurch (average of R19 476). Flying from South Africa to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 703). 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.

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

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Christchurch. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Christchurch

See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andCathay Pacific from South Africa to Christchurch have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 662 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Cathay Pacific
7,6
Good
1 487 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 100 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 536 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 602 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2026

SIN - JFK

On schedule, courteous, and attentive crew. Really old aircraft and restrooms are not looking good.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Christchurch from South Africa, you will be flying to Christchurch, which is the city’s only airport. Christchurch (CHC) is located 9,5 km from the centre of Christchurch.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Christchurch?

    For as low as R21 512, Emirates can have you in Christchurch from South Africa in 37h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 10997 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Christchurch one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Cathay Pacific, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at R7 477. Emirates flights start at R8 569 while deals on Qantas Airways start at R9 127 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Christchurch?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Christchurch?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Christchurch (average of R19 476). Flying from South Africa to Christchurch in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 703). 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 6 airlines flying from South Africa to Christchurch

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Cathay PacificCheapestR13 464AverageR18 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR14 872AverageR26 480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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South AfricanCheapestR16 426AverageR19 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 574AverageR20 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 263AverageR23 809FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR20 675AverageR21 122FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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