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Air New Zealand
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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
WLGChristchurchFebruary 14 to February 17NZ$224
AKLChristchurchJanuary 7 to January 10NZ$289
AKLBlenheimMarch 16 to March 20NZ$299
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
WLGChristchurchDecember 28 to December 31NZ$144
AKLChristchurchDecember 29 to January 2NZ$304
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Score Epic Canterbury Accommodation Deals

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$103 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Great location rooms small but does the job
"Great location right by the city mall Front desk friendly and efficient Rooms small and little room for bags suggest a bigger room type foe two people Would be nice for a bottle opener or one built into the desk Breakfast buffet small but does the job to start the day Overall would 100% stay ..."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is NZ$158 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It is convenient to the airport, bus line, supermarket, restaurants, and Antarctic Centre. The vibe is hipster cool. My teen loved the common room with games, hammocks and swings."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

LyLo Christchurch
Country Glen Lodge

Country Glen Lodge

3 out of 5
107 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$125 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
NZ$125
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hare Krishna Temple and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (759 reviews)
"Nice people"

Reviewed on 2 Dec. 2024

Country Glen Lodge
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Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$105 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"The place is not quite. All the facilities are quite new but bed curtains are necessary for dorm rooms. The staffs are friendly."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Hotel Give
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels With Airport Transportation

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge

3.5 out of 5
45 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is NZ$173 per night from 25 Dec to 26 Dec
NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Convient location within walking distance to the airport. Complementary shuttle. Very friendly staff"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Airport Lodge Motel

Airport Lodge Motel

3 out of 5
105 Roydvale Avenue, Christchurch
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Russley Golf Club and International ...
8/10 Very Good! (661 reviews)
"Nice and handy to the areas we wanted to visit. Will definitely stay at the motel again."

Reviewed on 29 Nov. 2021

Airport Lodge Motel
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$152 per night from 4 Jan to 5 Jan
NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (624 reviews)
"Room was super clean and cozy.."

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
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Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$215 per night from 21 Jan to 22 Jan
NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
"Let us into our room early, upgraded us, we’re very pleasant"

Reviewed on 21 Dec. 2024

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Adina Heritage Christchurch

Adina Heritage Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
28 - 30 Cathedral Square, Christchurch
The price is NZ$329 per night from 1 Jan to 2 Jan
NZ$329
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Loved the building and comfortable two bedroom, nice staff!"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Adina Heritage Christchurch
Fino Hotel and Suites

Fino Hotel and Suites

5 out of 5
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$214 per night from 19 Jan to 20 Jan
NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
19 Jan - 20 Jan 2025
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (777 reviews)
"Very spacious, well laid out, clean and comfortable apartments. Super comfy California King bed. Some apartments are even pet friendly! Above all staff we encountered were extremely friendly, polite and helpful."

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Fino Hotel and Suites
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$147 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,916 reviews)
"The staff at the property are amazing and very hospitable. Will definitely stay again and this is always our first choice even for a little more expensive we choose it"

Reviewed on 20 Dec. 2024

Southwark Hotel & Apartments
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LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is NZ$158 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"It is convenient to the airport, bus line, supermarket, restaurants, and Antarctic Centre. The vibe is hipster cool. My teen loved the common room with games, hammocks and swings."

Reviewed on 15 Dec. 2024

LyLo Christchurch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in

Peppers Bluewater Resort

Peppers Bluewater Resort

4.5 out of 5
State Highway 8, Lake Tekapo
The price is NZ$286 per night from 13 Jan to 14 Jan
NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Lake Tekapo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (3,061 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 24 Dec. 2024

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$240 per night from 26 Dec to 27 Dec
NZ$240
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful rooms. Helpful staff"

Reviewed on 22 Dec. 2024

Commodore Airport Hotel
Ashford Motor Lodge

Ashford Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
35 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$176 per night from 14 Jan to 15 Jan
NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
14 Jan - 15 Jan 2025
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hare Krishna Temple and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (673 reviews)
"Great location and lovely rooms."

Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024

Ashford Motor Lodge
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Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch

5 out of 5
39 Meadow Strêt, Papanui, Christchurch
The price is NZ$127 per night from 28 Dec to 29 Dec
NZ$127
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury holiday park in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (874 reviews)
"Easy going complex"

Reviewed on 12 Dec. 2024

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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How to book cheap flights

What is the lowest price on Wotif for a flight to Canterbury?

Flights to Canterbury start as low as NZ$144. Once you’ve snagged your flight, it’s time to build that itinerary. If your flight touches down in a bustling city, you’ll want a head start, so you can get from jet-way to getaway as quickly as possible. Flying for business? Squeeze in some sightseeing and a snack at a locally loved restaurant between meetings—you’ll have plenty of cash thanks to our cheap business class flights to Canterbury. You know what they say about all work and no play, after all.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Canterbury?

Jetstar, Air New Zealand. Pack your favourite magazines or stack your video queue for a mini-marathon of that television show your co-workers have been raving about. And if you get hooked a few episodes in, don’t worry; there’s always the return flight to finish the binge. Ready to book cheap flights to Canterbury? Check out our selection of airfares and start putting together a holiday that fits your schedule and price range. We offer sweet deals, so you don’t have to move mountains to see the world. In fact, we’ll help you get to those mountains (or ocean, or forest) today!

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.

What is the cheapest month to fly?

When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.

*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.