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Explore the cheapest one-way and round-trip flights from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport over the next 90 days, with one-way fares from PLN 841 and round-trip from PLN 1,319. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

    • Cheapest nonstop
      CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Jetstar Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,319 PLN 2,847
      54% off
      54% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 1,319
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 27 | Jetstar Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,336 PLN 2,847
      53% off
      53% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 1,336
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Oct 31 | Jetstar Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,718 PLN 2,847
      40% off
      40% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 1,718
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 27 | Qantas Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,168
      24% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,168
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Qantas Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,170
      24% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,170
    • CNS 06:00
      16h 20m
      1 stop
      CHC 01:20
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Jetstar Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,178
      23% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,178
    • CNS 17:25
      13h 25m
      2 stops
      CHC 09:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Virgin Australia
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,185
      23% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,185
    • CNS 06:00
      15h 40m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:40
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Oct 27 | Air New Zealand
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,271
      20% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,271
    • CNS 11:35
      9h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:10
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Qantas Airways
      CHC 07:55
      5h 45m
      Direct
      CNS 10:40
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 2,287
      20% off
      PLN 2,847 PLN 2,287
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
      CHC 15:00
      6h
      Direct
      CNS 16:00
      Christchurch - Cairns | Fri, Oct 30 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest
      CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 841 PLN 1,672
      50% off
      50% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 841
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,112 PLN 1,672
      33% off
      33% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,112
    • CNS 09:45
      11h 20m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:05
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 5 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,224 PLN 1,672
      27% off
      27% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,224
    • CNS 09:45
      11h 20m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:05
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Dec 7 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,246
      25% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,246
    • CNS 18:05
      27h 45m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 8 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,248
      25% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,248
    • CNS 06:00
      15h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,283
      23% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,283
    • CNS 10:15
      28h 5m
      1 stop
      CHC 17:20
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Dec 2 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,337
      20% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,337
    • CNS 06:00
      15h 50m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Dec 5 | Virgin Australia
      PLN 1,355
      19% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,355
    • CNS 09:45
      11h 50m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:35
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 4 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,362
      19% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,362
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,572 PLN 2,367
      34% off
      34% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,572
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 19 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,572 PLN 2,367
      34% off
      34% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,572
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 21 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,590 PLN 2,367
      33% off
      33% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,590
    • CNS 12:35
      8h 24m
      1 stop
      CHC 23:59
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 14 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,618
      32% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,618
    • CNS 12:35
      8h 24m
      1 stop
      CHC 23:59
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Nov 20 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,642
      31% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,642
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 9 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,643
      31% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,643
    • CNS 13:50
      8h
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Nov 26 | Air New Zealand
      PLN 1,658
      30% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,658
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 24 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,663
      30% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,663
    • CNS 13:50
      8h
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Dec 11 | Air New Zealand
      PLN 1,666
      30% off
      PLN 2,367 PLN 1,666
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • Cheapest nonstop
      CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 841 PLN 1,672
      50% off
      50% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 841
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,112 PLN 1,672
      33% off
      33% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,112
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CNS 13:50
      8h
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Air New Zealand
      PLN 1,722 PLN 3,290
      48% off
      48% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 1,722
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Thu, Oct 29 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,727 PLN 3,290
      48% off
      48% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 1,727
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Emirates
      PLN 1,892 PLN 3,290
      42% off
      42% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 1,892
    • CNS 13:50
      8h
      1 stop
      CHC 00:50
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Air New Zealand
      PLN 1,926
      41% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 1,926
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Emirates
      PLN 2,309
      30% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 2,309
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 2 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 2,310
      30% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 2,310
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Oct 30 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 2,763
      16% off
      PLN 3,290 PLN 2,763
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Nov 1 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 841 PLN 1,672
      50% off
      50% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 841
    • CNS 07:00
      4h 55m
      Direct
      CHC 14:55
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Nov 3 | Jetstar Airways
      PLN 1,112 PLN 1,672
      33% off
      33% off
      PLN 1,672 PLN 1,112
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 30 | Emirates
      PLN 1,667 PLN 3,267
      49% off
      49% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,667
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Fri, Jan 8 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,720
      47% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,720
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sat, Nov 28 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,733
      47% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,733
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Tue, Dec 15 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,738
      47% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,738
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 6 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,738
      47% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,738
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Sun, Dec 13 | Emirates
      PLN 1,826
      44% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,826
    • CNS 13:50
      7h 35m
      1 stop
      CHC 00:25
      Cairns - Christchurch | Mon, Nov 23 | Qantas Airways
      PLN 1,943
      41% off
      PLN 3,267 PLN 1,943
    • CNS 13:00
      17h 25m
      1 stop
      CHC 14:00
      Cairns - Christchurch | Wed, Oct 28 | Normal Airline
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Displayed flight fares from Cairns to Christchurch are based on average prices across airlines for the next 3 months, according to the latest Trip.com database.

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

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average one-way ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International 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 Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport are usually in October, with an average price of PLN 764. It is best to avoid July, when the average price can reach PLN 1,680.

PLN 1,680
PLN 1,222
PLN 764
PLN 306
  • PLN 764
    Oct
  • PLN 829
    Nov
  • PLN 974
    Dec
  • PLN 861
    Jan
  • PLN 1,213
    Feb
  • PLN 859
    Mar
  • PLN 1,022
    Apr
  • PLN 867
    May
  • PLN 932
    Jun
  • PLN 1,680
    Jul
  • PLN 1,393
    Aug
  • PLN 1,194
    Sep

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

The data is based on the past 12 months and shows the average ticket prices from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International 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 Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Tuesday, with average prices usually lower than other days. Avoid departing on Saturday as prices are typically highest on that day.

PLN 2,044
PLN 1,442
PLN 840
PLN 238
  • PLN 1,624
    Mon
  • PLN 840
    Tue
  • PLN 1,979
    Wed
  • PLN 857
    Thu
  • PLN 1,835
    Fri
  • PLN 2,044
    Sat
  • PLN 895
    Sun

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

The cheapest airline flying from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport is Jetstar Airways (from PLN 869) among 6 carriers operating this route. Based on Trip.com's latest 7-day flight data.

Jetstar Airways
From PLN 869
Virgin Australia
From PLN 1,301
Qantas Airways
From PLN 1,439
Air New Zealand
From PLN 1,519
Emirates
From PLN 1,591
Fiji Airways
From PLN 2,260

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

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

Flight info.
Departure
Arrival
Weekly Schedule

  1. VA780

    Cairns Airport

    11:40

    CNS

    2h 20m

    Direct

    14:00

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
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  2. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    18:20

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Direct

    00:50

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  3. JQ893

    Cairns Airport

    09:40

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Direct

    11:55

    OOL

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  4. JQ187

    Gold Coast Airport

    17:45

    OOL

    3h 20m

    Direct

    00:05

    CHC

    S - - W - F -

  5. JQ947

    Cairns Airport

    20:10

    CNS

    3h 25m

    Direct

    23:35

    MEL

    S - T - T F -
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  6. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    19:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Direct

    00:35

    CHC

    S - T - - F -

  7. JQ033

    Cairns Airport

    11:00

    CNS

    3h 30m

    Direct

    14:30

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  8. QF169

    Melbourne Airport

    18:50

    MEL

    3h 20m

    Direct

    00:10

    CHC

    - - T - T - S

  9. JQ033

    Cairns Airport

    11:00

    CNS

    3h 30m

    Direct

    14:30

    MEL

    S M T W T F S
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  10. NZ216

    Melbourne Airport

    19:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Direct

    00:35

    CHC

    S - T - - F -

  11. VA776

    Cairns Airport

    09:15

    CNS

    2h 20m

    Direct

    11:35

    BNE

    S M T W T F -
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  12. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    18:20

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Direct

    00:50

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  13. JQ929

    Cairns Airport

    06:00

    CNS

    2h 10m

    Direct

    08:10

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  14. QF135

    Brisbane Airport

    17:55

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Direct

    00:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  15. VA770

    Cairns Airport

    06:00

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Direct

    08:15

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  16. QF135

    Brisbane Airport

    17:55

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Direct

    00:25

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  17. VA770

    Cairns Airport

    06:00

    CNS

    2h 15m

    Direct

    08:15

    BNE

    S M T W T F S
    Search

  18. NZ204

    Brisbane Airport

    18:20

    BNE

    3h 30m

    Direct

    00:50

    CHC

    S M T W T F S

  19. JQ943

    Cairns Airport

    19:10

    CNS

    3h 25m

    Direct

    23:35

    MEL

    S M - W T - S
    Search

  20. NZ214

    Melbourne Airport

    09:10

    MEL

    3h 25m

    Direct

    14:35

    CHC

    S M T W - F -
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About Cairns Airport and Christchurch International Airport

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

Flight distance 3,891.56km
Cheapest one-way ticket price PLN 841
Cheapest return ticket price PLN 1,319

FAQs for Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport Flights

  • How many daily flights are there from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)?

    There are around 2 daily flights from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
  • The earliest flight from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport departs at 07:00, and the last departs at 07:00, with about 1 flights per day. Flight times may change, so please check the latest departure and arrival times before you travel.
  • The route from Cairns Airport (CNS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is quite popular. Without considering departure times or holidays, tickets cost around PLN 1,597 in October, the most expensive month to book this route.
    • The distance from Christchurch International Airport to downtown is about 9km, by taxi about 20 minutes.
  • Jetstar Airways is a very popular airline operating an average of 789 flights per month.
  • One-way flights from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport currently start from PLN 841, and round-trip fares start from PLN 1,319. The current lowest fare is a Jetstar Airways flight departing on Sun, Nov 1; prices may vary depending on availability.
  • Yes. Jetstar Airways operate direct flights from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with an average flight time of 4 hours 42 minutes, and around 3 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 Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport is PLN 1,867. Prices may vary depending on the departure date, airline, and availability.
  • Jetstar Airways are the most popular budget airlines flying from Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport, with one-way fares starting from PLN 841. Compare final prices carefully, as baggage, seat selection and payment fees may apply.
  • Cairns Airport to Christchurch International Airport operates around 3 weekly flights, mainly by Jetstar Airways. Actual frequency may vary during holidays and seasonal schedule adjustments.
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