$95 Cheap flights to Canterbury

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Top places to visit in Canterbury

A cityscape with modern buildings, a construction site, and a distinctive blue sculpture.

Christchurch

A lake with purple flowers in the foreground, a turquoise sea, and snow-capped mountains in the background.

Lake Tekapo

Cheap flights to Canterbury from $95 One Way, $266 Round Trip

$266 return flights and $95 one-way flights to Canterbury were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Oct 21 - Thu, Oct 22

CHC

Christchurch

HKK

Hokitika

$275

Roundtrip

found 17 hours ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

CHC

Christchurch

BHE

Blenheim

$296

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

CHC

Christchurch

BHE

Blenheim

$305

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

CHC

Christchurch

BHE

Blenheim

$328

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

CHC

Christchurch

BHE

Blenheim

$338

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16

CHC

Christchurch

BHE

Blenheim

$343

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 11

LAX

Los Angeles

CHC

Christchurch

$884

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Fri, Feb 12 - Sat, Feb 27

LAX

Los Angeles

CHC

Christchurch

$892

Roundtrip

found 12 hours ago

Sat, Mar 20 - Sat, Mar 27

SFO

San Francisco

CHC

Christchurch

$892

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 11

LAX

Los Angeles

CHC

Christchurch

$908

Roundtrip

found 2 hours ago

Fri, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 24

LAX

Los Angeles

BHE

Blenheim

$1,204

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sun, Feb 7 - Tue, Feb 23

SFO

San Francisco

CHC

Christchurch

$1,219

Roundtrip

just found

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
WLG	Christchurch	October 10 to October 17	$266
AKL	Christchurch	October 10 to October 17	$318
SYD	Christchurch	October 10 to October 24	$607
MEL	Christchurch	October 11 to October 15	$639
LAX	Christchurch	October 9 to October 30	$1,286

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

165 Cashel Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$48 nightly

$55 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78 nightly

$89 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"it was very simple and straightforward. a short walk from the airport and a simple kiosk for checking in if you booked ahead. checkout was the same. the room and bathroom weren't very nice but it was the most budget accomadation in the area so that makes sense."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Country Glen Lodge

107 Bealey Avenue Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$65 nightly

$76 total

Oct 8 - Oct 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hagley Park and Bealey ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (801 reviews)

"Excellent!! Clean, well presented and equipped, comfortable beds (slept like a log), staff helpful and just a hop, skip and a jump to town centre. Would gladly use again."

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2026

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12 Hereford Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$51 nightly

$58 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)

"All was good, staff good, Room clean"

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top Canterbury Apartment Hotels

Adina Heritage Christchurch

28 - 30 Cathedral Square Christchurch

$139 nightly

$160 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,085 reviews)

"The property is in a lovely old government building with lovely architecture. Staff were excellent. There are steps leading up to the property which are tricky with heavy suitcases, however if you ask at reception they can open a side ramp up for you which was great. The property is very central ..."

Reviewed on Oct 6, 2026

Fino Hotel and Suites

87 Kilmore Street Christchurch

$132 nightly

$155 total

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

25 Southwark Street Christchurch

Fully refundable

$68 nightly

$78 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (2,112 reviews)

"A wonderful stay starting with the front desk staff who were friendly and efficient. Our room was very spacious with two king beds a small dining table and plenty of room to move around. I would suggest booking a parking space when you book your room. I highly recommend it as a place to stay!"

Reviewed on Sep 23, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78 nightly

$89 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"it was very simple and straightforward. a short walk from the airport and a simple kiosk for checking in if you booked ahead. checkout was the same. the room and bathroom weren't very nice but it was the most budget accomadation in the area so that makes sense."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$78 nightly

$89 total

Oct 9 - Oct 10

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)

"it was very simple and straightforward. a short walk from the airport and a simple kiosk for checking in if you booked ahead. checkout was the same. the room and bathroom weren't very nice but it was the most budget accomadation in the area so that makes sense."

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

165 Cashel Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$48 nightly

$55 total

Oct 11 - Oct 12

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...

Lakes Edge Lodge

2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region

$53 nightly

$61 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hostel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Tekapo Springs and Mt John Summit Experience are ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (35 reviews)

"Cheap stay with lakefront view of Lake Tekapo, but has all the necessities you need although the accommodation is small. Beautiful, quiet location. with laundry which was nice for us."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

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The Godley Hotel

2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury

$97 nightly

$112 total

Oct 30 - Oct 31

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (705 reviews)

"😆"

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Canterbury

Peppers Bluewater Resort

State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo

$139 nightly

$160 total

Oct 16 - Oct 17

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (3,411 reviews)

"Very small room but comfortable bed and great bathroom. Location great."

Reviewed on Oct 7, 2026

Commodore Airport Hotel

449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$147 nightly

$169 total

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...

9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)

"Great place to stay Best for the money that we paid. Great restaurant with fantastic food. Staff were polite, helpful and responsive. Good vibes all around, suitable to all kinds of travellers. My whole family loved it. Will recommend anyone to give it a try, won’t be disappointed."

Reviewed on Oct 2, 2026

Ashford Motor Lodge

35 Papanui Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$74 nightly

$87 total

Oct 22 - Oct 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Victoria ...

9/10 Wonderful! (745 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, kitchenette, babysitting, cribs

Travelers say...

"I feel the unit could have been cleaner. The bathroom floor in particular was not clean and there were some stray hairs in the bath. A very convenient place to stay with extremely friendly and helpful staff. Parking was great."

Reviewed on Sep 24, 2026

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$57 nightly

$67 total

Oct 27 - Oct 28

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (987 reviews)

Families like: Indoor pool, waterslide, playground, game room

Travelers say...

"Great place to stay with the family! Centrally located as well as plenty to do on site. Happily stay again"

Reviewed on Sep 22, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Economy

Chevrolet Spark

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass

5 people

Canterbury

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Canterbury?

Secure a fare with one of the 24 airlines that jet into Christchurch Intl. Airport (CHC) and get set for exciting new adventures. This airport is a main gateway for Canterbury. When it's time to discover the region, these leading carriers will take you there:

Air New Zealand - 31 flights to Canterbury per month
The Flying Kangaroo - 26 flights to Canterbury per month
Singapore Airlines - 17 flights to Canterbury per month

How much is a flight to Canterbury?

The cost for a round-trip flight to Canterbury this past week fluctuated between $266 and $1,286. If you were traveling one-way from Christchurch (CHC), you could have landed tickets from just $95.

How to book the cheapest flight to Canterbury?

With Orbitz, you'll uncover some of the most amazing flight deals around from a wide range of airlines. But if you'd like to improve your chances of snapping up cheap flights to Canterbury, here are a few tips to follow:

Depending on your place of departure, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival form fields). At times, other departure points offer better priced fares.
If your travel plans aren't cast in stone, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option to browse flight deals for a range of departure dates. Go with any suitable cheaper fare you find.
Hit 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can pick your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you'd like to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
If you've sorted your travel dates, don't wait to book. Ticket prices usually get dearer as the departure date nears.
Consider bundling your flights, hotels and car rentals with Orbitz to get more for your money.
Whenever possible, don't fly in high seasons. Airfares are often at their highest during summer, school breaks and around other vacation times like Easter and Thanksgiving.

What is the best time to book a flight to Canterbury?

Generally speaking, January is the best time to purchase your plane ticket. This is closely followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while tracking down a cheap flight to Canterbury.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Canterbury?

When it comes to cheap airfares to Canterbury, the best days to make a booking are generally Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. A fantastic flight deal is just clicks away with Orbitz.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Canterbury?

Based on Orbitz data from 2020, Monday is usually the best day to nab cheap flights to Canterbury. Tuesday also has wallet-friendly airfares, while Saturday has the highest ticket rates. Although flying out at the weekend may be easier to organize, you'll have more cash to play with if you take off at the start of the week.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Canterbury?

Get set to jet for less in August. This is generally an excellent month to take off if you're looking for cheap flights to Canterbury, based on Orbitz data. The least affordable time to take off is June, so try to avoid this month if you're on a budget.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Things change, and we believe your ticket should be able to do the same. That's why Orbitz makes it a cinch to search for flights with no change fees and free cancellation. Just enter your departure and arrival destinations and then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." Talk about peace of mind!

What do I need for the flight to Canterbury?

The trick to having a stress-free flying experience is to come prepared. Below are a few handy tips to bear in mind before you set off:

In all cases you'll have to show proof of identification. How much? This depends on which airport you take off from. When reserving your tickets, we suggest to type in the same name, birth date and gender as indicated on your government-issued ID.
Pack some extra entertainment for your long trip to Canterbury. If you're tired of watching that series on your phone, give your eyes a much-needed rest from all that screen time and get stuck into a book.
Cabin temperatures can change rapidly, so it's best to pack a sweater. Consider compression socks too. They can help prevent swelling and blood clots.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Canterbury?

If you think a first or business-class fare is beyond your reach, think again. Here are some top tips to help you score a premium flight to Canterbury for a whole lot less:

Being flexible isn't just for the gym. Have some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when a big sale comes along.
Look for a low-cost carrier that has business-class seats. They usually come with extra legroom and a glass of bubbly — and a more appealing price.
Take advantage of your airline's flight rewards program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in online auctions.

What is the best time to go to Canterbury?

August, September and October are the most popular months to visit Canterbury. If an average daily high of 65 ºF sounds appealing, book your flights for around the beginning of summertime — December 1. Many travelers prefer this time of year for its warmer weather. In the evening, the average temperature dips to 50 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.

$95 Cheap flights to Canterbury

Top places to visit in Canterbury

Christchurch

Lake Tekapo

Cheap flights to Canterbury from $95 One Way, $266 Round Trip

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch Airport

Country Glen Lodge

Hotel Give

Our Top Canterbury Apartment Hotels

Adina Heritage Christchurch

Fino Hotel and Suites

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

LyLo Christchurch Airport

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

LyLo Christchurch Airport

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Lakes Edge Lodge

The Godley Hotel

Family Friendly Hotels in Canterbury

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Commodore Airport Hotel

Ashford Motor Lodge

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Compact

Midsize

SUV

Canterbury

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Get Free Travel Advice By Calling the Orbitz Hotline

Book Travel on the Fly with Orbitz on the Go

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