Cheap flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dunedin to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dunedin to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in June.

Direct flights from Dunedin to Christchurch

Dunedin to Christchurch: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Dunedin to Christchurch below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Christchurch.

Dunedin to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundP6,336
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 5 mins
Most popular airlineEtihad Airways
Average flights per week99

Finding cheap flights from Dunedin to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Dunedin to Christchurch is P6,336. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Dunedin to Christchurch.
Etihad Airways, Air New Zealand and Qantas fly direct from Dunedin to Christchurch.
As of May 2025, there are 99 flights per week flying from Dunedin to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Dunedin to Christchurch is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Dunedin Airport to Christchurch Airport on Sunday, 15 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 5 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Christchurch but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Christchurch is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Flying from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is 1 hour 5 minutes.

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Dunedin.

  • Every week, there are 165 Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flights. If you'd like to jet off early, jump on the 06:05 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 18:50 with Air New Zealand.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your DUD to CHC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • Travelling to Christchurch (and then seeing more of New Zealand!) is easy with Air New Zealand. This popular carrier has direct flights from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.

  • Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier that offers DUD to CHC flights, with 73.81% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd like to check out another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Wellington International Airport is a popular stop between DUD and CHC.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dunedin International Airport (DUD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • Currently, P2,733 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is P6,336. Keep in mind that fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from DUD to CHC by booking at least ten months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • September is the cheapest month for flights from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.

  • Picking up cheap flights from DUD to CHC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a lower fare pops up.

  • Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Dunedin International Airport (DUD)

  • When it comes to Dunedin International Airport's on-time performance, 78.51% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • To reach Dunedin International Airport from central Dunedin, it'll take about 25 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 29 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.

  • Booking a night at a hotel can take the stress out of reaching the airport on time. If you're looking for somewhere to stay before your flight from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, have a look at The Professor's Beach House - Brighton Home. It's a short drive from DUD.

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To escape the crowds, go to Christchurch in April.

  • The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Dunedin International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.

  • Search for cheap tickets from DUD to CHC in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Christchurch is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. About 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • Dunedin is another well-known destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without dropping by Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

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