$1,372 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch in 2025

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Flight deals from Los Angeles to Christchurch

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Christchurch.$1,372 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 May, returning Tue, 27 May.Return flight with United and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 17 May, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,372, select.

Christchurch.$1,819 per passenger.Departing Sat, 15 Nov, returning Sat, 6 Dec.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Sat, 6 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,819, select.

Christchurch.$1,828 per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Oct, returning Mon, 3 Nov.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 20 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Mon, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,828, select.

Christchurch.$1,831 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 Nov, returning Sat, 22 Nov.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 1 Nov, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Sat, 22 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,831, select.

Christchurch.$1,846 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Thu, 26 Feb.Return flight with Fiji Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,846, select.

Christchurch.$1,866 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Jan, returning Sun, 15 Feb.Return flight with American Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with American Airlines, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 15 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,866, select.

Christchurch.$1,874 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Feb, returning Fri, 6 Mar.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 5 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Christchurch on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,874, select.

Christchurch.$2,017 per passenger.Departing Fri, 8 Aug, returning Sun, 17 Aug.Return flight with Fiji Airways and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Fiji Airways, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 8 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 17 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,017, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch

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

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Los Angeles to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

Los Angeles to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,372
Cheapest month to fly	May

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch is $1,372. 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.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Los Angeles to Christchurch. But we found flights with one stop from $1,372.

How many flights are there a week from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles to Christchurch.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch?

The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch is usually April 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport on Saturday, 17 May 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles and Christchurch Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Christchurch?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Christchurch?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch with?

The cheapest airline that flies to Christchurch is United .

Travelling from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

Start your travel planning by considering where you'll catch your flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport (CHC). Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are the two main airports in Los Angeles.
Christchurch is 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your flight from Los Angeles to CHC.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as summer and spring break will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Travelling then? Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of international flights is a wise idea.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

We make it easy to plan a flight from Los Angeles to CHC that includes a stopover. To see the options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Top stopovers between LAX and CHC include:
- Nadi International Airport (NAN)
- Auckland Airport (AKL)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
The distance from central Los Angeles to LAX is approximately 32 kilometres. Check out travel apps like Google Maps for the best way to get there, whether you want to drive or use public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Maximise your holiday with a stopover on your flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport. Visit family or friends or tick another city off your bucket list. Whatever you want to do, check out these stops between Van Nuys Airport and CHC:
- Auckland Airport (AKL)
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
- Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
You can arrive at VNY from central Los Angeles in about 34 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes to cover the 32 kilometres or so.
Want to spoil yourself with an extra night away before catching your flight from Los Angeles to CHC? Relax in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:

About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Consider booking a hotel near CHC if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is about 59 minutes.

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

$569 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport. Return flights start from $1,372. Fares are subject to availability and may change at any time.
To score flight tickets from Los Angeles to CHC, book in advance. Airlines usually offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
Take advantage of the 'Whole month' search function to compare the prices of tickets from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport across each month. We've highlighted the lowest fares in green, so you can quickly pick a flight within your budget.
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Make the most of the filters to find your ideal trip. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.

The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport while April is the quietest. To work out the best time to visit Christchurch, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Los Angeles to CHC in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport sometime around then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Christchurch

Start your Christchurch trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden and Little River Rail Station are waiting for you once you're ready to sightsee. Whether you're here for the first time or a repeat visitor, they should be on every Christchurch itinerary.

Complete your Christchurch trip with a car rental

Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch International Airport, the next step is choosing one of our car rentals in Christchurch. Check out the deals and instantly compare your options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.