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OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
AKLChristchurchMay 16 to May 18NZ$150
MELChristchurchApril 28 to May 9NZ$672
BNEChristchurchMay 11 to May 21NZ$691
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
MELChristchurchApril 5 to April 19NZ$1,236
*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$103 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
NZ$103
includes taxes & fees
13 Apr - 14 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Hotel is very near to Public transport and food outlets. The check-in and checkout was quick and smooth. However, the rooms are just a capsule very little space to move."

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

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 1 May to 2 May
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Shops, airport and transport links all near Clean tidy and quiet"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Country Glen Lodge

Country Glen Lodge

3 out of 5
107 Bealey Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$130 per night from 30 Apr to 1 May
NZ$130
includes taxes & fees
30 Apr - 1 May
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! (774 reviews)
"Country Glen is our 'go to' accommodation in Christchurch. Affordable, modern and clean with great facilities and easy parking. Highly recommend. We always stay in an upstairs one bedroom unit, but ground floor units also available. :)"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

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Hotel Give

Hotel Give

3.5 out of 5
12 Hereford Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$117 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
NZ$117
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
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! (994 reviews)
"very nice"

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 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 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very quiet, spacious convenient place with proximity to airport. Very comfortable bed."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

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 Hagley Park and Russley Golf Club are ...
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$158 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (665 reviews)
"Nice hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

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$244 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$244
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great hotel"

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

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$279 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
15 Apr - 16 Apr
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Hotel was in an old government building which meant it was quite quirky."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 2025

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 24 Apr to 25 Apr
NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
24 Apr - 25 Apr
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! (817 reviews)
"We found everything comfortable with plenty of space. The bed was good. We would have liked an external window in the bedroom."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Fino Hotel and Suites
Southwark Hotel & Apartments

Southwark Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
25 Southwark Street, Christchurch
The price is NZ$129 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
NZ$129
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
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! (1,959 reviews)
"Great stay for what we needed, with basic facilities."

Reviewed on 28 Mar. 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$158 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Shops, airport and transport links all near Clean tidy and quiet"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 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$286 per night from 10 Apr to 11 Apr
NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
10 Apr - 11 Apr
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! (3,116 reviews)
"Very nice room and stay but the standard rooms are very small"

Reviewed on 25 Mar. 2025

Peppers Bluewater Resort
Commodore Airport Hotel

Commodore Airport Hotel

4.5 out of 5
449 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is NZ$258 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Very nice hotel"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Commodore Airport Hotel
Ashford Motor Lodge

Ashford Motor Lodge

4 out of 5
35 Papanui Road, Christchurch
The price is NZ$140 per night from 29 Apr to 30 Apr
NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
29 Apr - 30 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified motel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Hagley Park and Victoria ...
9/10 Wonderful! (685 reviews)
"Loved my time at Ashford. The pool was a godsend on a couple of hot days, only comment would be air conditioning would be a nice addition"

Reviewed on 17 Mar. 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$105 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$105
includes taxes & fees
1 May - 2 May
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! (887 reviews)
Nice Pool
"Good place to stay on a budget. Opted to upgrade to a lounge room with bathroom versus shared bathroom. Not a fan of the bunk beds but grateful for the ensuite bathroom. Loved the pool. Would be a great place to stay with kids."

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

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$150. 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, Qantas Airways. 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.