$48 Cheap flights to Canterbury

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Top places to visit in Canterbury

Christchurch

Lake Tekapo

Cheap flights to Canterbury from $48 One Way, $93 Round Trip

$93 return flights and $48 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, May 27 - Thu, May 28

WLG

Wellington

CHC

Christchurch

$93

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28

WLG

Wellington

CHC

Christchurch

$136

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Wed, May 27 - Thu, May 28

WLG

Wellington

CHC

Christchurch

$155

Roundtrip

found 5 days ago

Tue, May 19 - Tue, May 19

WLG

Wellington

BHE

Blenheim

$169

Roundtrip

found 1 hour ago

Thu, Jun 4 - Wed, Jun 10

WLG

Wellington

TIU

Timaru

$181

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 21

LAX

Los Angeles

CHC

Christchurch

$832

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 21

LAX

Los Angeles

CHC

Christchurch

$893

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 1

SFO

San Francisco

CHC

Christchurch

$894

Roundtrip

found 14 hours ago

Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 26

DFW

Dallas

CHC

Christchurch

$943

Roundtrip

found 20 hours ago

Fri, Jan 29 - Sat, Feb 6

SEA

Seattle

CHC

Christchurch

$1,130

Roundtrip

found 6 days ago

Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20

LAX

Los Angeles

BHE

Blenheim

$1,235

Roundtrip

found 21 hours ago

Fri, May 8 - Thu, May 14

PIT

Pittsburgh

CHC

Christchurch

$1,472

Roundtrip

found 4 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
AKL	Christchurch	April 3 to April 6	$283
WLG	Christchurch	April 4 to April 11	$352
AKL	Hokitika	April 3 to April 7	$574
SYD	Christchurch	April 5 to April 19	$871
BNE	Christchurch	April 3 to April 14	$879
MEL	Christchurch	April 4 to April 11	$954
LAX	Christchurch	April 4 to November 14	$1,485
SIN	Christchurch	April 4 to April 8	$1,813

*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

$40 nightly

$46 total

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

It's a place that had a hip vibe in the lobby and a fantastic deal for the all you can eat breakfast (pay extra). The location is great in downtown and very near to the bus station. We got a room with a view/window, and had to laugh since the window was about 3ft x 4ft. We ended up keeping the blinds ...

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

LyLo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$82 nightly

$94 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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! (1,001 reviews)

Airport shuttle would have been useful

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2026

Country Glen Lodge

107 Bealey Avenue Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$64 nightly

$74 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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 New Brighton Beach and ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (797 reviews)

Good size clean room. Amazing powered shower. Close to the city and places we wanted to go.

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2026

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Hotel Give

12 Hereford Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$44 nightly

$51 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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 ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Hostel type accommodation. Shared toilet. Noisy.

Reviewed on Mar 27, 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

$128 nightly

$147 total

Apr 27 - Apr 28

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! (1,051 reviews)

Beautiful place with historic charm. Great location. Awesome room

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Fino Hotel and Suites

87 Kilmore Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$133 nightly

$154 total

Apr 22 - Apr 23

Total with taxes and fees

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

8.8/10 Excellent! (875 reviews)

Good value for money Close to town and restaurants nearby Quiet. Secure parking ar an extra cost per day. Room and bathroom dated Kitchen was good for breakfasts, no dishwasher if you dont like doing dishes No clean done on our second to last day.

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

25 Southwark Street Christchurch

Fully refundable

$70 nightly

$81 total

Apr 28 - Apr 29

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! (2,060 reviews)

Roomy good aircon Fully functioning washer and dryer Clean and big balcony

Reviewed on Mar 26, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$82 nightly

$94 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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! (1,001 reviews)

Airport shuttle would have been useful

Reviewed on Mar 19, 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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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

165 Cashel Street Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$40 nightly

$46 total

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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 ...

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

It's a place that had a hip vibe in the lobby and a fantastic deal for the all you can eat breakfast (pay extra). The location is great in downtown and very near to the bus station. We got a room with a view/window, and had to laugh since the window was about 3ft x 4ft. We ended up keeping the blinds ...

Reviewed on Mar 27, 2026

Bealey Quarter

247 Bealey Ave Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$48 nightly

$56 total

Apr 9 - Apr 10

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (506 reviews)

Good staffs and all good

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Novotel Christchurch Airport

30 Durey Road Christchurch NZ

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$142 nightly

$163 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,052 reviews)

We flew into Christchurch late and were pleased to have stayed at this Airport Hotel. I was very impressed by how comfortable and clean the hotel was. The staff were also very friendly. will stay here again when we fly through CHC.

Reviewed on Mar 29, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch

5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$82 nightly

$94 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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! (1,001 reviews)

Airport shuttle would have been useful

Reviewed on Mar 19, 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

$183 nightly

$210 total

Mar 31 - Apr 1

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! (3,306 reviews)

Great kitchen, nice firm bed. Close to everything.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

Commodore Airport Hotel

449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$129 nightly

$150 total

Apr 12 - Apr 13

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 ...

9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)

Great hotel, clean, comfortable and professional staff.

Reviewed on Mar 28, 2026

Ashford Motor Lodge

35 Papanui Road Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$83 nightly

$97 total

Mar 30 - Mar 31

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 Victoria Street and ...

9/10 Wonderful! (730 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, kitchenette, babysitting, cribs

Travelers say...

Nice room, clean tidy and quiet.

Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026

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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui Christchurch

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$66 nightly

$77 total

Apr 13 - Apr 14

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! (975 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

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Reviewed on Mar 23, 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 or similar

4 people

Compact

Ford Focus or similar

4 people

Midsize

Toyota Corolla or similar

5 people

SUV

Jeep Compass or similar

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 $93 and $1,813. If you were traveling one-way from Wellington (WLG), you could have landed tickets from just $48.

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.

$48 Cheap flights to Canterbury

Top places to visit in Canterbury

Christchurch

Lake Tekapo

Cheap flights to Canterbury from $48 One Way, $93 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

Country Glen Lodge

Hotel Give

Our Top Canterbury Apartment Hotels

Adina Heritage Christchurch

Fino Hotel and Suites

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

LyLo Christchurch

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

Bealey Quarter

Novotel Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch

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

Find Cheap Canterbury Flights And Hotel Rooms Using Our Mobile App

Use the Orbitz Flight Matrix To Save Big On Car Rental

Use Multiple Airlines To Ensure You Get The Best Deal

Store Your Frequent Flyer Information on Orbitz For Easy Access

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