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Flight deals from Launceston to Christchurch

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Launceston to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.
Christchurch.C$750 per passenger.Departing Fri, Jun 27, returning Fri, Jul 4.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Launceston on Fri, Jun 27, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Fri, Jul 4, arriving in Launceston.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$750, select.
Christchurch.C$760 per passenger.Departing Thu, Jun 5, returning Tue, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Launceston on Thu, Jun 5, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Tue, Jun 10, arriving in Launceston.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$760, select.
Christchurch.C$768 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 28, returning Thu, Apr 9.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Launceston on Sat, Mar 28, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Thu, Apr 9, arriving in Launceston.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$768, select.
Christchurch.C$803 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jul 7, returning Wed, Jul 16.Round-trip flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Launceston on Mon, Jul 7, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departing from Christchurch on Wed, Jul 16, arriving in Launceston.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$803, select.

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Launceston to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

Launceston to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundC$750
Cheapest month to flyJune

Finding cheap flights from Launceston to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Launceston to Christchurch is C$750. 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 Launceston to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from C$750.
There are no flights flying from Launceston to Christchurch, as of May 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Launceston to Christchurch is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Launceston Airport to Christchurch Airport on Friday, June 27, 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Launceston 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, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Travelling from Launceston Airport (LST) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Christchurch two hours ahead of Launceston.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules to live by. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your LST to CHC flight.

  • You'll likely experience longer queues in popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Launceston Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LST and CHC:

    • Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport

    • Melbourne Tullamarine Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Launceston Airport (LST) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • C$344 is the best price for a one-way Launceston Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts at C$750. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LST to CHC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search function. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when searching for your flight from Launceston Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LST to CHC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Launceston Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

Handy information about Launceston Airport (LST)

  • When it comes to Launceston Airport's on-time performance, 68.35% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Launceston Airport is about 16 kilometres from central Launceston. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Catching an early flight from Launceston Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays near LST:

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 driving.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

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

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

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

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've done Christchurch, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Travel around 322 kilometres north-east to Wellington to check off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you on the go.

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

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