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How to get fromChristchurch to Canberraby plane or bus

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There are 2 ways to get from Christchurch to Canberra by plane or bus

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  1. Fly to Canberra International Airport

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    1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Canberra International Airport (CBR)plane plane CHC - CBR
    8h 45m
    $506–860

  2. Fly to Sydney International Airport, bus

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    1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Sydney International Airport (SYD)plane plane CHC - SYD
    2. Take the bus from Sydney International Airport to Canberrabus bus
    9h 29m
    $309–659

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) flights

Calendar63Weekly Planes
Duration7h 13mAverage Duration
Ticket$176Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 2,217.4 km
  • Duration: 8h 45m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Canberra, ACT, Australia?

Air New Zealand, Qantas, and two other airlines fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Canberra International Airport (CBR) every 3 hours.

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