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$403 Find Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Christchurch – Compare and Save

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Cheapest return fare
$662
Typical prices: $653-$776
Jetstar, Air New Zealand
Sun 16/8Sat 22/8
ADL - CHC • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
$797
Air New Zealand
Sat 7/11Sat 21/11
ADL - CHC • Direct
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Cheapest • from $676 (return)
Best reviews • 8.1 score
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Cheapest • Avg $614 (return)
Shortest trip • 6h 55m (one-way)
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Most punctual • 94% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheap Flights from Adelaide to Christchurch (ADL-CHC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Adelaide to Christchurch 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.
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Recent return flight deals from Adelaide to Christchurch

Sun, 16 Aug - Sat, 22 Aug
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21:45 - 16:25
ADL
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CHC
16h 10m
1 stop
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14:00 - 10:55
CHC
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ADL
23h 25m
1 stop
$662Multiple Airlines
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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07:15 - 16:25
ADL
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CHC
6h 40m
1 stop
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08:20 - 21:55
CHC
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ADL
16h 05m
1 stop
$676Jetstar
Wed, 5 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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07:15 - 16:25
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CHC
6h 40m
1 stop
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08:20 - 21:55
CHC
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ADL
16h 05m
1 stop
$678Jetstar
Sun, 16 Aug - Fri, 21 Aug
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21:45 - 16:25
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CHC
16h 10m
1 stop
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08:20 - 21:55
CHC
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ADL
16h 05m
1 stop
$682Jetstar
Thu, 6 Aug - Thu, 13 Aug
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07:15 - 16:25
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CHC
6h 40m
1 stop
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18:10 - 10:55
CHC
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ADL
19h 15m
1 stop
$684Multiple Airlines
Wed, 26 Aug - Mon, 31 Aug
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07:15 - 16:25
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CHC
6h 40m
1 stop
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08:20 - 21:55
CHC
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ADL
16h 05m
1 stop
$701Jetstar
Wed, 12 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
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18:30 - 16:25
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CHC
19h 25m
1 stop
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08:20 - 21:55
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ADL
16h 05m
1 stop
$718Jetstar
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
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12:05 - 08:10
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CHC
17h 35m
1 stop
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15:15 - 10:55
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ADL
22h 10m
1 stop
$720Air New Zealand
Sun, 1 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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12:05 - 21:55
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CHC
7h 20m
1 stop
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15:25 - 17:35
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ADL
4h 40mdirect
$723Air New Zealand
Mon, 2 Nov - Mon, 9 Nov
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11:40 - 00:35
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CHC
10h 25m
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06:00 - 14:50
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ADL
11h 20m
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$724Multiple Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Adelaide to Christchurch flights

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

How much is a return flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch departing in August.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Adelaide to Christchurch, 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 Adelaide to Christchurch is November, where tickets cost $700 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $978 and $866 respectively.

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

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 $751, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Adelaide to Christchurch, 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 Adelaide to Christchurch, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 16% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJune
Cheapest flight$403
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (25% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Adelaide to Christchurch

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Adelaide to Christchurch 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 Adelaide to Christchurch

  • What is the cheapest flight from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Adelaide to Christchurch was $403 for a one-way ticket and $662 for a return.

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

    On your way to Christchurch, you’ll fly out from Adelaide. You’ll be landing at Christchurch.

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

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Adelaide to Christchurch flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Adelaide to Christchurch?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Adelaide and Christchurch, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch, Emirates or Air New Zealand?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Adelaide to Christchurch are Emirates and Air New Zealand. With an average price for the route of $840 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Air New Zealand is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $747 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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 Adelaide to Christchurch.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Christchurch from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Christchurch?

    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 Christchurch with an airline and back to Adelaide with another airline.

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

    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 Christchurch from Adelaide 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 Adelaide to Christchurch

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $796 or less round-trip.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying from Adelaide to Christchurch

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Adelaide to Christchurch. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Adelaide to Christchurch? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3598 reviews
8.2Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.0Comfort
7.9Food
8.4Crew
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It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

6.0 GoodAnonymous, Nov 2025
SYD - CHC
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It was delayed for 2 hrs. Flight attendants were not attentive.

We boarded but due to a technical issue we spent 4.5hrs on the ground waiting for the issue to be resolved

No kids provided. Instead we were told to have contacted the airline that we have kids and require kids meals. We were not the only ones who inquired about kids meals. It’s odd. Emirates and other airlines give kids meals as standard and before the adult food comes out. The rice in our meals was gluggy and under cooked. The chicken was also raw. Sadly not the best experience with Finn Air. The hostesses tried to compensate with the snacks and drinks but missed the mark by a long way. Especially when paying Emirates/Qantas prices

They cancelled our flight, rebooked, cancelled that one. We are now flying New Zealand Air and need a refund please. How do we get it?

Wifi was not operational for the whole trip. Other than this, flight was well received .

Food no so good. Extra charge to much for front seats cost me £163 then other people sat near me for nothing 🤬

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Seats are not as easy to move as you would hope in premium econo Y

The plane was very old and uncomfortable. Service was very slow!

Flight from Dubai to Zagreb very bad cabin crew. Bad food

We got to experience Premium Economy from Sydney to Auckland and it was a great experience wiht Air New Zealand. The crew was friendly and helpful.

The Air New Zealand product is terrible, it's as expensive as a Jetstar ticket with add ons but with surely staff and old aircraft.

I was not even on that flight and did not even book a ticket. Kayak did a phenomenal job

The food was not as good as Air New Zealand. The veg pasta was pass-able but the veg cibotta sandwich was dry, hard and not up to par. The coach staff were attentive and accommodating.

Great entertainment options on the screen. uSB A and C chargers. Free WiFi! Crew were excellent.

I flew United from San Francisco to Auckland. My connecting flight from Auckland to Christchurch was canceled with no explanation. I was finally told the cancellation was due to fog. Even though it was clear when we landed. I am from San Francisco, I know what fog is! And I didn't see any fog. I was told the next available flight was 7 hours later. Unacceptable, they should have had a flight ready to go as soon as it was deemed safe to take off.

Two hours was not enough time to transition from the international to domestic terminal. You have to go through customs, a biological hazard check, gather your luggage, take a bus to the domestic terminal and recheck your luggage. The bus was slow and crowded and the lines to recheck your bags were very long. We missed our connecting flight. Initially, the Air New Zealand officials were not helpful at all in helping to get us on another flight. Told us we would have to buy another ticket for a flight 11 hours later. Found another agent that was more helpful. He helped arrange to get us on standby for another flight three hours later. Had to ride in jump seats next to the flight attendants, but at least we eventually got to out destination.

At Coolangatta International it is difficult to hear voice boarding announcements when away from screen announcements.

Would have been nice to have decaf coffee as an option, and perhaps a scone

They announced food service but then never came around. We also couldn’t land so kept trying to get to runway and then had to come up and go around happened like 3 times and cause the child next to me to start throwing up

I want a refund. I had to switch flights and buy another airline ticket because this one was delayed.

Helpful staff when I felt unwell. Qantas need to have an audio/music channel so you can listen to various music/.artists

It was a good flight and no complaints. It just wasn't anything that was better than any other flight.

Excellent as always, I won't fly to Australia, and back to the US on any other airline. The flight crew is always top notch, and have a way to make one feel extra special. Thank you for your service, I would rate Qantas Airways a 10+.

Not great. The inflight entertainment was all on an app, and I did not want to watch a film on my phone. Also, the range of options of films was limited.

Overall good experience with flight and airport wheelchair staff. Also got Indian food in the flights

Terrible. 6 hour delay with no explanations and only 15 dollars in food credits. A disaster. I'll just leave it at that.

It was so hot on the plane mixed with being quite turbulent and a rough landing. We all felt very nauseous for hours afterwards. Crew were lovely though.

Short transfer time in Sydney and ground staff were excellent in assisting in clearing through a chaotic transfer security checking.

Ease of boarding. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was good. In flight entertainment great.

Jane at Sydney International airport check in was amazing. She set up the whole experience to be a positive one.

The flight ticket were not reimbursed on Jan 22nd from Auckland to Wellington. Very Very dissatisfied.Please reimburse the ticket of my onward travel.

Although a local trip via international flight it was fairly straight forward albeit more checks than desirable for local travel. On arrival Perth collecting luggage the trollies were hidden in one end of the long hall.

I was treated poorly in Dunedin by check in crew, then my bag was lost in Auckland. Never again.

Flight was fine but a domestic flight was called by Jetstar international. This meant going through immigration and custom scanning twice. Long queues were experienced which were frustrating. We were using a wheelchair and exit at Perth needed a scissor lift as no air bridge provided. No fast lane at Perth for wheelchair. The staff were helpful but this system is poor.

Unaware of charge for carry on until i got to gate

I like that fare is cheap but because there's no amenities whatsoever. You get what you paid for.

Note that food has to be purchased in flight. No free food. And no entertainment in flight. So I’ve treated these two items as okay which, in this case, means neutral/not applicable.

Flight departing too early at 06.15 Difficult to get to airport

Plane was more than 3 hrs delayed as the only plane on that day. Had to wait 1 hrs in the plane which was very unpleasent.

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