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Sydney to Christchurch Flights
JA Douglas McCurdy Airport
Booking cheap flights from Sydney, Nova Scotia, is easy with Orbitz.com. JA Douglas McCurdy Airport is located almost six miles northeast of Sydney and is the main airport that serves those flying out of the area. Air Canada Express, Air Saint-Pierre, Westjet and Canadian North are major airlines that have planes flying in and out of this airport. Book your flights on Orbitz.com, and you'll find the best deals on flights leaving from JA Douglas McCurdy Airport.
Parking and Transportation
Busses, trains and taxis are available throughout the city of Sydney. As of 2012, the city of Sydney has over 300 bus routes and 302 train stations. Both busses and trains provide direct transportation to JA Douglas McCurdy Airport. City Wide Taxi is a large taxi company that provides flat rates to those traveling to the airport. Your rate will depend on where in the city you are located. JA Douglas McCurdy Airport also has a large parking lot, and there are daily, weekly, monthly and yearly rates available to those who choose to drive. Parking costs $6.50 per day, $39 per week and $156 per month. Yearly parking costs $475.
Airport Dining
JA Douglas McCurdy Airport has a reception area where you can grab a cup of coffee or a bite to eat while waiting on your flight. You can also bring your own food to the reception area if you have time to spare before leaving Sydney. Book your flights from Sydney to anywhere in the world on Orbitz.com to find the best travel deals online.
Christchurch International Airport
Whether flying in domestically or internationally, Orbitz.com is the place to find cheap flights to Christchurch. Orbitz.com provides all the options for your holiday travel, detailing low-cost options and airfare sales that are too good to pass up.
Located on Wairakai Road, Christchurch International Airport is seven miles northwest of Christchurch. The airport is the largest and busiest airport of New Zealand's South Island. A variety of international carriers service the airport, including Air Pacific, Emirates, Qantas, and Virgin Australia. Domestic carriers are Air New Zealand and Jetstar.
Transportation from Christchurch International
After landing in Christchurch, enjoy convenient transportation immediately available in the designated passenger pick-up location. Taxi services include Corporate Cabs, Blue Star, and Green Cabs. The standard fare between the airport and city varies from $45 to $65, depending on the provider. Shuttle services are also accessible for a lower cost. Public buses arrive and depart from the regional transport hub, along with group and tour buses. These buses have a variety of stops in and around Christchurch. Car rentals are also available through services such as Europcar, Hertz, and Thrifty. Simplify things by renting your car in advance with Orbitz.com.
Weather in Christchurch
The weather in Christchurch has an average high of 72.°F during the peak of the summer in January. In the midst of winter, temperatures in July average 52.°F. Expect mainly dry conditions all year with occasional winds.
Top Christchurch Attractions
Main attractions in Christchurch include the Willowbank Wildlife Reserve, the International Antarctic Centre, and the Christchurch Botanic Gardens. Visiting Christchurch in the summer months ensures comfortable temperatures. Many of the area's activities are focused on the outdoors, so be sure to keep this in mind when booking your cheap flights to Christchurch with Orbitz.com.
Cheap flights from Sydney to Christchurch
Prices are for round-trip flights per adult (taxes and fees included)
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Leaving Tue, Jun 4, returning:
- Sat, Jun 8
- $371
Leaving Thu, Jun 6, returning:
- Wed, Jun 12
- $402
Leaving Fri, Jun 7, returning:
- Mon, Jun 10
- $433
Leaving Thu, Jun 13, returning:
- Sun, Jun 16
- $371
Leaving Fri, Jun 14, returning:
- Sun, Jun 16
- $371
- Mon, Jun 17
- $371
- Mon, Jun 24
- $371
Leaving Sun, Jun 16, returning:
- Sat, Jun 22
- $485
- Tue, Jul 16
- $478
Leaving Fri, Jun 28, returning:
- Mon, Jul 15
- $421
Leaving Sat, Jun 29, returning:
- Sun, Jul 7
- $634
June
Cheapest weekend flights in June from Sydney to Christchurch
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jun 14 | Sydney (SYD) | Christchurch (CHC) |
Virgin Australia
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$371 |
| Return Mon, Jun 17 | Christchurch (CHC) | Sydney (SYD) |
Virgin Australia |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from Sydney to Christchurch
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Jun 14 | Sydney (SYD) | Christchurch (CHC) |
Virgin Australia
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$371 |
| Return Mon, Jun 17 | Christchurch (CHC) | Sydney (SYD) |
Virgin Australia |
July
Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from Sydney to Christchurch
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Mon, Jul 29 | Sydney (SYD) | Christchurch (CHC) |
Virgin Australia
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$311 |
| Return Sat, Aug 10 | Christchurch (CHC) | Sydney (SYD) |
Virgin Australia |
August
Cheapest weekend flights in August from Sydney to Christchurch
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Aug 2 | Sydney (SYD) | Christchurch (CHC) |
Virgin Australia
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$331 |
| Return Mon, Aug 5 | Christchurch (CHC) | Sydney (SYD) |
Virgin Australia |
Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from Sydney to Christchurch
| Travel dates | Departure | Arrival | Stops: | Round-trip |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leave Fri, Aug 16 | Sydney (SYD) | Christchurch (CHC) |
Virgin Australia
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$238 |
| Return Sun, Sep 1 | Christchurch (CHC) | Sydney (SYD) |
Virgin Australia |
Airports in Sydney NS, AU
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1
Sydney Airport (SYD)
Distance from City Center: 5 miles
Terminals and carriers for flights from SYD to CHC
Terminal Carriers Terminal 1 Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Qantas, Singapore Airlines
Airports in Christchurch , NZ
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1
Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Distance from City Center: 5.7 miles
Carriers for flights from SYD to CHC
Carriers
Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Qantas, Singapore Airlines
Aircraft Options
Aircraft options between Sydney and Christchurch
| Equipment | Carrier |
|---|---|
| Boeing 767-300 Passenger | Qantas |
| Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger | Qantas, Air New Zealand |
| Airbus Industrie A320 | Air New Zealand, Asiana Airlines, Singapore Airlines |
Flight facts
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- 1 direct flights are operating from Sydney to Christchurch today.
- Today's average time for a direct flight is 3h 10m.
- Qantas flight 45 (2:15 AM GMT, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) is today's earliest available flight from Sydney to Christchurch.
- Qantas flight 45 (2:15 AM GMT, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) is today's latest available flight from Sydney to Christchurch.
- Today's shortest direct flight from Sydney to Christchurch (Qantas flight 45, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) takes 3h 10m.
- Today's longest direct flight from Sydney to Christchurch (Qantas flight 45, Boeing 737-800 (Winglets) Passenger) takes 3h 10m.
- Flights from Sydney Airport (SYD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are available for this route.
Emirates 
Air New Zealand 
Qantas 
