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Christchurch.$1,226 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with Scoot and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,226, select.
Christchurch.$1,342 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and Air New Zealand.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Air New Zealand, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,342, select.
Christchurch.$1,373 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May, returning Sun, 25 May.Return flight with Scoot and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 25 May, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,373, select.
Christchurch.$1,381 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Sun, 1 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Chennai on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,381, select.
Christchurch.$1,576 per passenger.Departing Tue, 19 Aug, returning Wed, 27 Aug.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 19 Aug, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 27 Aug, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,576, select.
Christchurch.$1,839 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chennai on Sat, 13 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,839, select.
Christchurch.$1,878 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Thu, 16 Oct.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chennai on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 16 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,878, select.
Christchurch.$1,880 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Oct, returning Fri, 31 Oct.Return flight with Malaysia Airlines and Jetstar.Outbound indirect flight with Malaysia Airlines, departs from Chennai on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Jetstar, departs from Christchurch on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Chennai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,880, select.

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Chennai to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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Chennai to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,226
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Chennai to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Chennai to Christchurch is $1,226. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Chennai to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,226.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Chennai to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Chennai to Christchurch is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Chennai Airport to Christchurch Airport on Saturday, 31 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Chennai Airport and Christchurch Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Travelling from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of Chennai.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your MAA to CHC flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.

  • Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Many passengers pass through Changi International Airport when flying between MAA and CHC.

How to find the cheapest flights from Chennai Airport (MAA) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is $580. A round-trip fare is currently $1,226. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from MAA to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.

  • Getting cheap flights from Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and land a great deal.

  • You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from MAA to CHC.

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

Handy information about Chennai Airport (MAA)

  • 76.04% of flights that leave from Chennai Airport reach their destination on schedule.

  • To reach Chennai Airport from central Chennai, it takes around 45 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a convenient hotel near MAA? If you're boarding an early flight from Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from check-in:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • If you're getting in on a late Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CHC:

  • Hit the road running by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Christchurch's main sights.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks in advance can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

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

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • It's time to work out your trip dates for your flight from Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Christchurch. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.

  • Lock in your flight from Chennai Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you want to go to Christchurch during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

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

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've done Christchurch, now it's time to discover more of New Zealand. Travel around 322 kilometres north-east to Wellington to check off its popular sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.

  • If there's time to check out another side of New Zealand, consider Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key reasons to visit.

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