Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Christchurch to Auckland, Air New Zealand or Jetstar?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Christchurch to Auckland are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. With an average price for the route of $181 and an overall rating of 8.0, Air New Zealand is the most popular choice. Jetstar is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $166 and an overall rating of 6.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Christchurch to Auckland take?

Accepted Answer

The duration of a direct flight to Auckland from Christchurch is typically 1h 20m. The journey crosses a distance of 1,199 km.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Christchurch and Auckland per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 18 and 23 direct flights that take off from Christchurch and land in Auckland, with an average flight time of 1h 24m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 146 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between Christchurch and Auckland per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 18 and 23 direct flights that take off from Christchurch and land in Auckland, with an average flight time of 1h 24m. The most common departure time is 09:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 146 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

What is the cheapest flight from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Christchurch to Auckland was $57 for a one-way ticket and $114 for a return.

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Auckland on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Christchurch to Auckland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

Question 7

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Auckland on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Christchurch to Auckland. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Christchurch airport is called Christchurch and the only airport in Auckland is Auckland Intl.

Question 9

What’s the earliest departure time from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Christchurch at 05:45 and will be landing in Auckland at 07:10.

Question 10

What’s the latest departure time from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Christchurch to Auckland jets off at 21:00 and lands at 22:25.

Question 11

Which airlines fly direct between Christchurch and Auckland?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing $55. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 12

Which airlines fly direct between Christchurch and Auckland?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 airlines that fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland. They are Air New Zealand and Jetstar. The cheapest airline for this route is Jetstar, with the best return deal found costing $55. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Jetstar.

Question 13

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Christchurch to Auckland flight route.

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Christchurch to Auckland on a daily basis.

Question 15

Will an Uber pick me up from Auckland Airport?

Accepted Answer

Uber, along with other ride sharing applications is available to complete pick-ups at Auckland Airport. It is recommended that you request to be picked up directly outside the Arrival Hall. Inclusive of a NZ$5 approx. airport charge, an Uber to the centre of Auckland should cost NZ$ 55 approx.

Question 16

Are there public showers at Auckland Airport?

Accepted Answer

There are free public showers located on the 1st Floor in the Domestic Arrivals area, opposite the Air New Zealand Premium check-in desk. Be mindful that accessories such as soap and towels are not provided, however you can purchase such items from iSite Tourism Centre which is located on the Ground Floor.

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Auckland is March, where tickets cost $123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $184 and $170 respectively.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Christchurch to Auckland is March, where tickets cost $123 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $184 and $170 respectively.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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 Christchurch to Auckland.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Auckland from Christchurch is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 21

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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 Auckland from Christchurch up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 23

How often are flights from Christchurch to Auckland delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Christchurch and Auckland historically see delays in approximately 17% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 93 minutes.

Question 24

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Christchurch to Auckland flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, Air New Zealand have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 16% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 25

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Wednesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Friday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 26

What is the most punctual flight time for Christchurch to Auckland flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the early afternoon have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 27

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Christchurch and Auckland?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 28

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Christchurch and Auckland?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 29

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Christchurch to Auckland were found on Jetstar ($114) and Air New Zealand ($280).

Question 30

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Christchurch to Auckland were found on Jetstar ($114) and Air New Zealand ($280).

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Auckland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Christchurch to Auckland, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Question 33

How much is a return flight from Christchurch to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.Flights to Auckland from Christchurch usually cost between $114 and $206 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $114 on Jetstar (2 Sept–3 Sept).

Question 34

What are the most popular airlines flying to Auckland?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Auckland is Jetstar, followed by Air New Zealand.

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