Cheap Flights from Guangzhou (CAN) to Christchurch (CHC)

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Flight deals from Guangzhou to Christchurch

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,130. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Christchurch

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

Direct flights from Guangzhou to Christchurch

Guangzhou to Christchurch: Alternative routes

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

Guangzhou to Christchurch: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,053
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time11 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airlineChina Southern
Average flights per week9

Finding cheap flights from Guangzhou to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Guangzhou to Christchurch is $1,053. 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.
11 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Guangzhou to Christchurch.
China Southern flies direct from Guangzhou to Christchurch.
As of August 2026, there are 9 flights per week flying from Guangzhou to Christchurch.
The cheapest month to fly from Guangzhou to Christchurch is usually December.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport on Friday, 25 December 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 25 minutes.
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, Cathay Pacific and China Southern offer the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 30 minutes.

  • The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Guangzhou.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your CAN to CHC flight.

  • During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.

  • China Southern offers direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Christchurch — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.

  • Most passengers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.

  • The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for CAN to CHC flights is China Southern.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CAN and CHC:

    • Sydney Airport

    • Brisbane Airport

    • Auckland International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport flight is $548. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,053. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • Get cheap tickets from CAN to CHC by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from CAN to CHC by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

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

Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)

  • The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.

  • Guangzhou Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination as scheduled.

  • To reach Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.

  • Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

Arriving at Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • If you're arriving on a late Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CHC:

  • Pick up a Christchurch Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes homes, Discount Car Rentals and mode homes are popular providers to choose from here.

  • To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Christchurch Airport about three weeks before your trip.

Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

  • Christchurch Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.

When to fly to Christchurch Airport (CHC)

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.

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

  • July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to CHC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of New Zealand

  • Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.

  • Dunedin is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without experiencing Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 12 days.