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Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport flight
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Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport Flights Info

Cheapest one-way
JPY 22,910
Emirates Emirates 3h 35m · Direct Tue, Jan 19
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Cheapest return
JPY 58,650
Emirates Emirates 3h 20m · Direct Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Nov 25
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Best time to book
December
Cheapest

Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from JPY 22,910 and round-trip from JPY 58,650. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Displayed flight fares from Christchurch to Sydney are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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

The cheapest airline flying from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Emirates (from JPY 22,910) among 4 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly return from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average monthly return fares from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, July is often the month to find the lowest fares from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average price of JPY 73,860. March is usually the most expensive month, with an average price reaching JPY 124,300.

JPY 124,300
JPY 99,080
JPY 73,860
JPY 48,640
    Cheapest
  • JPY 108,540
    Nov
  • JPY 95,350
    Dec
  • JPY 83,860
    Jan
  • JPY 111,790
    Feb
  • JPY 124,300
    Mar
  • JPY 82,550
    Apr
  • JPY 76,600
    May
  • JPY 74,520
    Jun
  • JPY 73,860
    Jul
  • JPY 77,050
    Aug
  • JPY 83,450
    Sep
  • JPY 111,230
    Oct

What is the cheapest month to fly from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each month in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest one-way flights from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport are usually in December, with an average price of JPY 29,690. It is best to avoid April, when the average price can reach JPY 48,840.

JPY 48,840
JPY 39,265
JPY 29,690
JPY 20,115
    Cheapest
  • JPY 33,430
    Nov
  • JPY 29,690
    Dec
  • JPY 31,670
    Jan
  • JPY 31,860
    Feb
  • JPY 37,660
    Mar
  • JPY 48,840
    Apr
  • JPY 37,010
    May
  • JPY 37,050
    Jun
  • JPY 36,400
    Jul
  • JPY 34,970
    Aug
  • JPY 37,820
    Sep
  • JPY 46,000
    Oct

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport for each day of the week in the Trip.com database.

Based on Trip.com's data from the past 12 months, the cheapest departure day from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport is Wednesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Friday as prices are typically highest on that day.

JPY 42,300
JPY 39,635
JPY 36,970
JPY 34,305
    Cheapest
  • JPY 40,010
    Mon
  • JPY 39,160
    Tue
  • JPY 36,970
    Wed
  • JPY 38,900
    Thu
  • JPY 42,300
    Fri
  • JPY 40,460
    Sat
  • JPY 40,750
    Sun

What is the flight schedule from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport?

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule
  1. JQ140

    09:10

    CHC

    3h 30m

    10:40

    SYD

    S - T W - F -
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  2. QF138

    06:00

    CHC

    3h 35m

    07:35

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  3. NZ221

    08:05

    CHC

    3h 40m

    09:45

    SYD

    S M T W T F S
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  4. JQ242

    18:10

    CHC

    1h 25m

    Direct

    19:35

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  5. JQ202

    06:15

    AKL

    3h 50m

    Direct

    08:05

    SYD

    S - T W - F -
  6. NZ5328

    14:30

    CHC

    1h 5m

    Direct

    15:35

    WLG

    S M T W T - S
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  7. NZ245

    06:05

    WLG

    3h 45m

    Direct

    07:50

    SYD

    - M - - - - -
  8. NZ5356

    13:15

    CHC

    1h 5m

    Direct

    14:20

    WLG

    S M - W T F S
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  9. NZ245

    06:05

    WLG

    3h 45m

    Direct

    07:50

    SYD

    - M - - - - -
  10. JQ242

    18:10

    CHC

    1h 25m

    Direct

    19:35

    AKL

    S M T W T F S
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  11. JQ208

    15:40

    AKL

    3h 40m

    Direct

    17:20

    SYD

    S - T W - F -
  12. NZ5352

    10:40

    CHC

    1h 5m

    Direct

    11:45

    WLG

    S M T W T - S
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  13. NZ245

    06:05

    WLG

    3h 45m

    Direct

    07:50

    SYD

    - M - - - - -
  14. NZ322

    12:00

    CHC

    1h 20m

    Direct

    13:20

    HLZ

    - - - - - F -
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  15. JQ166

    10:00

    HLZ

    3h 30m

    Direct

    11:30

    SYD

    - M - - T - S
  16. JQ270

    09:15

    CHC

    1h 20m

    Direct

    10:35

    HLZ

    S M - - T F S
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  17. JQ166

    10:00

    HLZ

    3h 30m

    Direct

    11:30

    SYD

    - M - - T - S
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FAQs for Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport Flights

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

    Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport takes about 3 hours 11 minutes on average. Actual flight time may vary depending on route, weather and air traffic.
  • There are around 9 daily flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD).
  • The earliest flight from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport departs at 06:00, and the last departs at 18:10, with about 5 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 Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around JPY 42,130 in November, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Kingsford Smith Airport to downtown is about 8km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • The closest airport to Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) is Shellharbour Airport. The distance is around 76km.
  • Emirates is a very popular airline operating an average of 2580 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport currently start from JPY 23,990, and round-trip fares start from JPY 58,650. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Fri, Dec 4; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Qantas Airways, Emirates, Air New Zealand and Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with an average flight time of 2 hours 56 minutes, and around 32 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 Kingsford Smith Airport is JPY 39,210. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • IndiGo and Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport, with one-way fares starting from JPY 23,990. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Christchurch International Airport to Kingsford Smith Airport operates around 32 weekly flights, mainly by Qantas Airways, Emirates and Air New Zealand. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
  • Enter Christchurch International Airport and Kingsford Smith 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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