Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Christchurch (CHC) from AU$106

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Cheap Flights from Queenstown (ZQN) to Christchurch (CHC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at AU$106 for one-way flights and AU$201 for round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from Queenstown to Christchurch route information
Origin airport
Queenstown Intl.
Destination airport
Christchurch Intl.
Airlines serving
Air New Zealand, Jetstar
Return price
AU$200
Distance
345 km
Average flight time
1 hour 3 mins

Your quick guide to flights from Queenstown to Christchurch

Pick up great flights from Queenstown to Christchurch

With Expedia, you have your pick of 10 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Queenstown to Christchurch. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Queenstown to Christchurch that take around 0 hours.

Find cheap flights from Queenstown to Christchurch

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$201 to AU$253, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Queenstown to Christchurch around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Christchurch is normally in October.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) to CHC?
Start packing your bags, because round-trip journeys between Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) and Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) start from AU$201. That’s based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can change quickly, so book today to score the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Queenstown Airport to Christchurch Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but whether or not you incur a fee varies between airlines. If you do have to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Queenstown Airport to Christchurch Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Queenstown Airport to CHC flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ZQN to Christchurch Airport?
That new movie you’ve been wanting to see will have to wait — the flight distance between Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) and Christchurch Airport is only 350 kilometres. The captain will be instructing you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from ZQN to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC)?
Air New Zealand (NZ) will take you from Queenstown Intl. Airport (ZQN) to Christchurch Airport comfortably and reliably. Take your pick of 117 direct flights every month along this route.
Are ZQN to Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes nab a bargain, with some of the cheapest airfares from Queenstown Airport to CHC popping up a few weeks before the departure date. If you’d rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates the best flight deals continuously — as early as 12 months in advance in some cases. It depends on the carrier though, as not every airline releases prices so far in advance.
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