Cheap Flights from Los Angeles International to Christchurch

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Christchurch? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Christchurch

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Christchurch flights are currently cheapest in September.

Los Angeles International to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

Los Angeles to Christchurch: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found775 €
Cheapest month to flyNovember

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Christchurch is 775 €. 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 Los Angeles International to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from 775 €.
As of April 2025, there are no flights flying from Los Angeles International to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Christchurch is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch Airport on Saturday, 1 November 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Los Angeles International 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, Fiji Airways offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which makes Christchurch 20 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • Leave enough time to make your LAX to CHC flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

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

  • If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and CHC:

    • Auckland Airport

    • San Francisco International Airport

    • Nadi International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • 368 € is currently the best price for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Return flights start from 775 €. These prices can change depending on demand.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from LAX to CHC, book in advance. Airlines generally offer the most competitive fares when flights are first made available.

  • Getting cheap flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares throughout the month and snap up a great deal.

  • Never miss a deal on cheap flights from LAX to CHC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new low fare is offered.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport maintains a solid on-time performance, reducing your chances of a delayed flight. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.

  • To get to Los Angeles International Airport from central Los Angeles, it takes around 30 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport will take about 55 minutes.

  • Get your journey off to a leisurely start by staying near LAX. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the answer:

Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes about 1 hour.

When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Christchurch based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).

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

Explore more of New Zealand

  • You've seen Christchurch, now it's time to explore other corners of New Zealand. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to Wellington to tick off its popular sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • Around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, Dunedin is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.

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