How long is the flight from Christchurch to South Africa?

For as low as R25 796, Emirates can have you in South Africa from Christchurch in 28h. There are 11450 km between Christchurch and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

When flying from Christchurch to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

Located just 9,5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Christchurch.

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

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

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Round-trip from	R22 163
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Popular in	December
Cheapest in	March
Average price	R22 595

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67h 40m total
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of R21 299). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R25 956). 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 Christchurch to South Africa?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Christchurch to South Africa, you should look to book at least 75 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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10,0

Excellent

Steven,May 2026

DXB - GLA

Anyone that i had the pleasure of dealing with i found to be courteous well mannered and informative

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What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to South Africa?
Located just 9,5 km from the city centre, Christchurch (CHC) is the airport most travellers will use when flying to South Africa from Christchurch.
How long is the flight from Christchurch to South Africa?
For as low as R25 796, Emirates can have you in South Africa from Christchurch in 28h. There are 11450 km between Christchurch and South Africa. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to South Africa 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 Christchurch to South Africa?
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to South Africa (average of R21 299). Flying from Christchurch to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R25 956). 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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