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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLChristchurchMarch 18 to March 20NZ$154
WLGChristchurchMarch 11 to March 19NZ$204
AKLHokitikaMarch 26 to March 31NZ$540
SYDChristchurchMarch 10 to March 13NZ$765
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLChristchurchMarch 1 to March 12NZ$270
*Prices include taxes and fees

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BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$116 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"If you’re spending a short time in Christchurch, I’d give them a go, but any longer may prove tricky. Rooms are small and the lighting console prolly needs updating. But the basic gym is much welcome!"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is NZ$181 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great, convenient stay within walking distance of the airport. Clean, great staff,good room."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Country Glen Lodge

Country Glen Lodge

3 out of 5
107 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$143 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$143
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Hagley Park and New Brighton ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (769 reviews)
"Excellent value for money. Lovely hotel with seperate bedroom. Bed was super comfortable. Bathroom was modern and beautiful with great shower pressure. Could easily walk to downtown Chch. Only niggle was we stayed on a Saturday and Sunday night and the Saturday night we struggled to get to sleep ..."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Country Glen Lodge
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Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$135 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar
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)
"Our room was just what we needed for our one night stay. It was very small but clean and quiet. We had a room with private bathroom. Right across the street from the botanical gardens."

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

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$165 per night from 25 Mar to 26 Mar
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly helpful service. Came recommended by a friend and we would recommend as well."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Airport Gateway Motor Lodge
Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection

4 out of 5
456 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$185 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (652 reviews)
"Staff were very friendly and always willing to help"

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

Hotel Elms Christchurch, Ascend Hotel Collection
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$253 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
NZ$253
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 20 Feb. 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
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Airport Palms Motel

Airport Palms Motel

4.5 out of 5
56 Roydvale Avenue, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is NZ$183 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice, clean, modern room. Convenient parking. Helpful staff."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

Airport Palms Motel
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Adina Heritage Christchurch

Adina Heritage Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
28 - 30 Cathedral Square, Christchurch
The price is NZ$439 per night from 26 Feb to 27 Feb
NZ$439
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
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! (1,000 reviews)
Pleasantly Surprised
"We were impressed by the French/ European decor & ambiance."

Reviewed on 10 Feb. 2025

Adina Heritage Christchurch
Fino Hotel and Suites

Fino Hotel and Suites

5 out of 5
87 Kilmore Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$230 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$230
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (800 reviews)
"Nice hotel with comfortable beds Oudoor balcony but no outdoor furniture Hotel not as central as we would have likes"

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Fino Hotel and Suites
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$163 per night from 27 Feb to 28 Feb
NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
27 Feb - 28 Feb
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! (1,937 reviews)
"Great location, loads to eat around the hotel and easy to get to."

Reviewed on 12 Feb. 2025

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$181 per night from 11 Mar to 12 Mar
NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
11 Mar - 12 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Great, convenient stay within walking distance of the airport. Clean, great staff,good room."

Reviewed on 21 Feb. 2025

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$270 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
27 Mar - 28 Mar
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! (3,091 reviews)
"Nice trip!"

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$290 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
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! (1,003 reviews)
Attention to detail
"A contender for fast becoming our favorite place to stay in Christchurch. Unassuming from the outside, The Commodore offers so much more than your standard hotel, beautifully kept native gardens, ev chargers, tennis courts, indoor pool, spacious rooms with their mini courtyards or balconies and a ..."

Reviewed on 19 Feb. 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
Ashford Motor Lodge

Ashford Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
35 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$148 per night from 10 Mar to 11 Mar
NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar
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! (678 reviews)
"Great stay at Ashford Motor Lodge! The staff are very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay again"

Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025

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$106 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
NZ$106
includes taxes & fees
9 Mar - 10 Mar
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! (881 reviews)
"Great place to stay."

Reviewed on 1 Feb. 2025

Tasman Holiday Parks - Christchurch
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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$154. 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.