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      Flight deals from Portland to Christchurch

      Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,317. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
      Christchurch.$1,317 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Mon, 26 Oct.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,317, select.
      Christchurch.$1,391 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Tue, 15 Jun.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Tue, 15 Jun, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,391, select.
      Christchurch.$1,495 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Wed, 23 Sep.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,495, select.
      Christchurch.$1,665 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Fri, 5 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,665, select.
      Christchurch.$2,056 per passenger.Departing Tue, 16 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,056, select.
      Christchurch.$2,087 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb, returning Thu, 18 Mar.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,087, select.
      Christchurch.$2,575 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,575, select.
      Christchurch.$2,782 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Alaska Airlines and Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Portland on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,782, select.
      Christchurch.$3,141 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Mar, returning Sat, 27 Mar.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Mon, 15 Mar, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Sat, 27 Mar, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,141, select.
      Christchurch.$3,760 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Mon, 5 Oct.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Portland on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Christchurch.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Christchurch on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Portland.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,760, select.

      Find the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Christchurch

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

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

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      Cheapest flight found$1,317
      Cheapest month to flyOctober

      Finding cheap flights from Portland to Christchurch: Frequently asked questions

      The best price we found for a return flight from Portland to Christchurch is $1,317. 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 Portland to Christchurch. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,319.
      As of September 2026, there are no flights flying from Portland to Christchurch.
      The cheapest month to fly from Portland to Christchurch is usually October.
      After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.
      No airlines currently offer direct flights between Portland 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, Qantas offers the cheapest flight tickets to Christchurch.

      Flying from Portland Airport (PDX) to Christchurch Airport (CHC): what you need to know

      • Christchurch is 21 hours ahead of Portland and is in the UTC+13 timezone.

      • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your PDX to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

      • Travelling during a peak time like July? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

      • If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport is a popular stop between PDX and CHC.

      Handy information about Portland Airport (PDX)

      • PDX is located at 7000 NE Airport Way.

      • 83% of flights departing from Portland Airport land at their destination on time. With its reliable on-time performance, delays are unlikely when jetting out of PDX.

      • Portland Airport is about 19 kilometres from central Portland. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

      • Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 40 minutes.

      • Need a convenient hotel close to PDX? If you're catching an early flight from Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:

      Arriving at Christchurch Airport (CHC)

      • If you're landing on a late Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near CHC:

      • Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Christchurch Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes homes, Discount Car Rentals or mode homes and see more of Christchurch and beyond.

      • For the best deal, book your vehicle from Christchurch Airport around three weeks before you set off.

      Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch

      • Christchurch Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 11 kilometres away.

      • It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.

      When to fly to Christchurch Airport (CHC)

      • April is the busiest month for flights from Portland Airport to Christchurch Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Christchurch in March.

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

      • For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PDX to CHC in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.

      Explore more of New Zealand

      • Christchurch is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of New Zealand Te Papa Tongarewa, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.

      • Around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, Dunedin is another essential stop in New Zealand. Start your sightseeing at Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.

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