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Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport flight

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from US$60 and round-trip from US$123. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

      • Cheapest nonstop
        CHC 7:10 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 8:25 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Fri, Dec 11 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 12:40 PM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 1:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 16 | Air New Zealand
        US$123 US$219
        44% off
        44% off
        US$219 US$123
      • CHC 3:10 PM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 4:10 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Nov 17 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 12:40 PM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 1:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Air New Zealand
        US$125 US$219
        43% off
        43% off
        US$219 US$125
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sun, Dec 6 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 10:25 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:20 AM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 9 | Air New Zealand
        US$126 US$219
        42% off
        42% off
        US$219 US$126
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 4:55 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 1 | Air New Zealand
        US$127
        42% off
        US$219 US$127
      • CHC 7:10 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 8:25 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 9:00 AM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:10 AM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
        US$142
        35% off
        US$219 US$142
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sun, Nov 22 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 9:00 AM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 10:10 AM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
        US$144
        34% off
        US$219 US$144
      • CHC 10:50 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 12:05 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Nov 25 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 12:40 PM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 1:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 27 | Air New Zealand
        US$154
        30% off
        US$219 US$154
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Nov 18 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 12:40 PM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 1:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 20 | Air New Zealand
        US$157
        28% off
        US$219 US$157
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Nov 10 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 4:55 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 17 | Air New Zealand
        US$158
        28% off
        US$219 US$158
      • CHC 7:10 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 8:25 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sat, Nov 7 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 4:55 PM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 5:50 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 10 | Air New Zealand
        US$160
        27% off
        US$219 US$160
      • CHC 10:50 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 12:05 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Nov 4 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 2:35 PM
        1h 10m
        Nonstop
        CHC 3:45 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        US$161
        26% off
        US$219 US$161
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Thu, Nov 5 | Air New Zealand
        ZQN 10:25 AM
        55m
        Nonstop
        CHC 11:20 AM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 12 | Air New Zealand
        US$162
        26% off
        US$219 US$162
      • CHC 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 2:00 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Fri, Oct 16 | Normal Airline
        ZQN 3:00 PM
        6h
        Nonstop
        CHC 4:00 PM
        Queenstown - Christchurch | Sun, Oct 18 | Normal Airline
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      • Cheapest nonstop
        CHC 7:10 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 8:25 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Mon, Nov 23 | Air New Zealand
        US$60 US$91
        34% off
        34% off
        US$91 US$60
      • CHC 7:10 AM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 8:25 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sun, Nov 22 | Air New Zealand
        US$61 US$91
        33% off
        33% off
        US$91 US$61
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Nov 3 | Air New Zealand
        US$62 US$91
        32% off
        32% off
        US$91 US$62
      • CHC 3:10 PM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 4:10 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Nov 17 | Air New Zealand
        US$62
        32% off
        US$91 US$62
      • CHC 2:40 PM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 3:55 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Thu, Nov 5 | Air New Zealand
        US$63
        31% off
        US$91 US$63
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Nov 25 | Air New Zealand
        US$63
        31% off
        US$91 US$63
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Nov 11 | Air New Zealand
        US$64
        30% off
        US$91 US$64
      • CHC 3:05 PM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 4:05 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Oct 27 | Air New Zealand
        US$65
        28% off
        US$91 US$65
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Wed, Dec 2 | Air New Zealand
        US$65
        28% off
        US$91 US$65
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Tue, Nov 10 | Air New Zealand
        US$65
        28% off
        US$91 US$65
      • CHC 8:40 AM
        1h
        Nonstop
        ZQN 9:40 AM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sun, Nov 8 | Air New Zealand
        US$65
        28% off
        US$91 US$65
      • CHC 12:45 PM
        1h 15m
        Nonstop
        ZQN 2:00 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Sat, Dec 5 | Air New Zealand
        US$67
        26% off
        US$91 US$67
      • CHC 1:00 PM
        17h 25m
        1 stop
        ZQN 2:00 PM
        Christchurch - Queenstown | Fri, Oct 16 | Normal Airline
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Flight fares from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport are based on average airline prices for the next 3 months, according to Trip.com’s latest data.

Trip.com Price Insights: Flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport

Which month has the lowest one-way flight price from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

The data is based on the average one-way flight prices on Trip.com for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport across different months over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, if you’re looking for low one-way flight fares from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport, the best time to book is in November, with an average price of US$95. Try to avoid December, when prices are highest, averaging around US$152.

US$152
US$124
US$95
US$67
    Cheapest
  • US$101
    Oct
  • US$95
    Nov
  • US$152
    Dec
  • US$131
    Jan
  • US$151
    Feb
  • US$123
    Mar
  • US$107
    Apr
  • US$123
    May
  • US$103
    Jun
  • US$131
    Jul
  • US$131
    Aug
  • US$130
    Sep

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

The data is based on the average flight prices on Trip.com from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport across different days of the week over the past 12 months.

Based on Trip.com data from the past 12 months, the cheapest day to depart from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport is usually Monday, with average fares typically lower than other days. Try to avoid departing on Friday, as prices are usually the highest on that day.

US$146
US$130
US$114
US$98
  • US$114
    Mon
  • US$129
    Tue
  • US$132
    Wed
  • US$137
    Thu
  • US$146
    Fri
  • US$115
    Sat
  • US$129
    Sun

Which airline offers the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

The cheapest airline flying from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport is Air New Zealand (from US$60) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Air New Zealand
From US$60
Jetstar Airways
From US$93
Qantas Airways
From US$162
Emirates
From US$615

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What is the flight schedule from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

Check the schedule for flights from Christchurch to Queenstown and find the flight that best matches your travel plans.

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. NZ659

    Christchurch International Airport

    8:40 AM

    CHC

    1h

    9:40 AM

    ZQN

    S M T W T F -
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  2. NZ647

    Christchurch International Airport

    3:10 PM

    CHC

    1h

    4:10 PM

    ZQN

    S - - - - - S
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  3. NZ5641

    Christchurch International Airport

    7:10 AM

    CHC

    1h 15m

    8:25 AM

    ZQN

    S M T - T F S
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  4. NZ5647

    Christchurch International Airport

    2:40 PM

    CHC

    1h 15m

    3:55 PM

    ZQN

    - M T W T F -
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  5. NZ5655

    Christchurch International Airport

    12:45 PM

    CHC

    1h 15m

    2:00 PM

    ZQN

    S M T W T F S
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About Christchurch International Airport and Queenstown Airport

Learn about Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Queenstown Airport (ZQN) — including location, terminals, transportation, and travel tips.

Flight distance 347.69 km
Cheapest one-way ticket price US$60
Cheapest return ticket price US$123

FAQs for Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport Flights

  • How long is the flight from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport?

    Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport takes about 55 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 4 daily flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN).
  • The earliest flight from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport departs at 07:10, and the last departs at 15:05, with about 6 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Queenstown Airport (ZQN) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around US$188 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
  • Air New Zealand is a very popular airline operating an average of 2116 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport currently start from US$60, and round-trip fares start from US$123. The current lowest fare is a Air New Zealand flight departing on Mon, Nov 23; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Air New Zealand operate direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport, with an average flight time of 53 minutes, and around 26 weekly flights. Actual flight frequency may vary by season.
  • Based on Trip.com flight data for departures within the next 30 days with at most one stop, the average one-way price from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport is US$158. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport, with one-way fares starting from US$60. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Christchurch International Airport to Queenstown Airport operates around 27 weekly flights, mainly by Air New Zealand. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Christchurch International Airport and Queenstown Airport, select your departure date and number of passengers, then compare flights by price, flight duration, and baggage allowance. Once you've chosen a fare, review the change and refund rules, fill in passenger details, and pay to receive your booking confirmation.

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