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Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 211 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 211, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 214 per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Mar.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Sun, 8 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 214, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 288 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 288, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 288 per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Dec.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 288, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 308 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 308, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 349 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Oct.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Mon, 13 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 349, select.
Christchurch.ر.ق.‏ 485 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep.One-way flight with Air New Zealand.Outbound direct flight with Air New Zealand departs from Invercargill on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Price includes taxes and charges.From ر.ق.‏ 485, select.

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

Invercargill to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

Invercargill to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundر.ق.‏ 211
Cheapest month to flyFebruary
Average flight time1 hr, 20 mins
Most popular airlineAir New Zealand
Average flights per week38

Finding cheap flights from Invercargill to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Invercargill to Christchurch is ر.ق.‏ 423. 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 20 minutes is the average flight time from Invercargill to Christchurch.
Air New Zealand, Singapore Airlines and Qantas fly direct from Invercargill to Christchurch.
As of September 2025, there are 38 flights per week flying from Invercargill to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Invercargill to Christchurch is usually March.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch Airport on Thursday, 12 March 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 20 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.

Travelling from Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

  • Invercargill and Christchurch share the same timezone, UTC+13.

  • Each week, there are 52 Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport flights. If you prefer to be on board early, opt for the 06:10 Air New Zealand flight. If you'd rather make the most of your time before flying, the latest flight is at 18:40 with Air New Zealand.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your IVC to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Air New Zealand offers direct flights from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Christchurch — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.

  • Air New Zealand is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • With 76.66% of its services landing on schedule, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering IVC to CHC flights.

  • Choose a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Wellington International Airport is a popular stopover on the IVC to CHC route.

How to find the cheapest flights from Invercargill Airport (IVC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • ر.ق.‏ 211 is the lowest price for a one-way Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق.‏ 423. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap tickets from IVC to CHC by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • October is the cheapest month for flights from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares across every month.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from IVC to CHC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Invercargill Airport (IVC)

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Invercargill Airport, 74.03% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Invercargill Airport is around 10 kilometres from central Invercargill. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take you 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near IVC? If you're boarding an early flight from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • Christchurch International Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • February is the most popular month for flights from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, go to Christchurch in April.

  • The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Invercargill Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.

  • July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from IVC to CHC around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.

  • Dunedin is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No journey is complete without seeing Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

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