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Christchurch

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Lake Tekapo

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Cheap flights to Canterbury from $44 One Way, $88 Round Trip

$88 return flights and $44 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.

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
AKL
Auckland
CHC
Christchurch
$88 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$88
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Jetstar flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Auckland to Christchurch, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $88 found 8 hours ago
Thu, Jan 14 - Wed, Jan 20
AKL
Auckland
CHC
Christchurch
$157 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Thu, Jan 14 from Auckland to Christchurch, returning Wed, Jan 20, priced at $157 found 6 hours ago
Sat, Feb 13 - Sat, Feb 20
AKL
Auckland
BHE
Blenheim
$171 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Air New Zealand flight, departing Sat, Feb 13 from Auckland to Blenheim, returning Sat, Feb 20, priced at $171 found 1 day ago
Sun, Jan 31 - Thu, Feb 11
LAX
Los Angeles
CHC
Christchurch
$862 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$862
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Sun, Jan 31 from Los Angeles to Christchurch, returning Thu, Feb 11, priced at $862 found 1 day ago
Mon, Mar 15 - Mon, May 24
LAX
Los Angeles
CHC
Christchurch
$882 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$882
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Qantas Airways flight, departing Mon, Mar 15 from Los Angeles to Christchurch, returning Mon, May 24, priced at $882 found 2 hours ago
Fri, Feb 5 - Sun, Feb 14
SFO
San Francisco
CHC
Christchurch
$892 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$892
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Fiji Airways flight, departing Fri, Feb 5 from San Francisco to Christchurch, returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $892 found 1 day ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
AKLChristchurchOctober 17 to October 24$398
WLGChristchurchOctober 16 to October 19$446
SYDChristchurchOctober 18 to November 2$612
MELChristchurchOctober 17 to October 23$686
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
$46 nightly
The price is $53 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$53 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 ...
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LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$91 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$105 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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)
"There were socks left behind by the previous guest in the room, and the whole room smelled really bad. Luckily, the front desk moved us to another room, which is much better."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

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Country Glen Lodge

Country Glen Lodge

3 out of 5
107 Bealey Avenue Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$64 nightly
The price is $74 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$74 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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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Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street Christchurch
$62 nightly
The price is $72 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$72 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
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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

Adina Heritage Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
28 - 30 Cathedral Square Christchurch
$134 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$154 total
Oct 16 - Oct 17
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

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Fino Hotel and Suites

Fino Hotel and Suites

5 out of 5
87 Kilmore Street Christchurch
$139 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
$163 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
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 ...
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Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street Christchurch
Fully refundable
$80 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$92 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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! (2,116 reviews)
"Basically we are happy with everything, except that our room is not on the ground floor. Getting 6 luggages upstairs and downstairs during check-in and check-out is not fun."

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2026

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LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$91 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$105 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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)
"There were socks left behind by the previous guest in the room, and the whole room smelled really bad. Luckily, the front desk moved us to another room, which is much better."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

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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

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street Christchurch
$46 nightly
The price is $53 total per night from Nov 1 to Nov 2
$53 total
Nov 1 - Nov 2
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 ...
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LyLo Christchurch Airport

LyLo Christchurch Airport

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$91 nightly
The price is $105 total per night from Oct 15 to Oct 16
$105 total
Oct 15 - Oct 16
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)
"There were socks left behind by the previous guest in the room, and the whole room smelled really bad. Luckily, the front desk moved us to another room, which is much better."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2026

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Lakes Edge Lodge

Lakes Edge Lodge

1 out of 5
2 Lakeside Dr Lake Tekapo Canterbury Region
$62 nightly
The price is $71 total per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
$71 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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 ...
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The Godley Hotel

The Godley Hotel

3 out of 5
2 Rapuwai Lane Lake Tekapo Canterbury
$94 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Oct 23 to Oct 24
$110 total
Oct 23 - Oct 24
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 ...
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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

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8 Lake Tekapo
$140 nightly
The price is $160 total per night from Oct 16 to Oct 17
$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 ...
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Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$163 nightly
The price is $187 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$187 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 ...
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Ashford Motor Lodge
Great for families

Ashford Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
35 Papanui Road Christchurch
$79 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$92 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
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 ...
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Great for families

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui Christchurch
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$54 nightly
The price is $64 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$64 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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! (988 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

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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.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Economy

Chevrolet Spark
  • 4 people
Chevrolet Spark
Economy Chevrolet Spark

Compact

Ford Focus
  • 4 people
Ford Focus
Compact Ford Focus

Midsize

Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
Toyota Corolla
Midsize Toyota Corolla

SUV

Jeep Compass
  • 5 people
Jeep Compass
SUV Jeep Compass

Canterbury

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Pick and Choose or Book Full Vacation Packages

Don’t just be satisfied with great deals on Canterbury flights—go for the full package! With Orbitz, you can also find fantastic savings on the perfect hotel, car rental, cruise, and even activities, so you don’t waste your trip waiting in line but have the time to enjoy your trip. Pick and choose the add-ons you need, or book an entire vacation package for greater overall discounts.

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Add in our extra savings on packages, free nights, and other discounts, and you know you are in good hands.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Canterbury?
Secure a fare with one of the 12 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 $88 and $892. If you were traveling one-way from Auckland (AKL), you could have landed tickets from just $44.
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.

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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.