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How to get fromChristchurch to Darwinby plane or bus

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

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  1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport

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    1. Fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane plane CHC - DRW
    11h 55m
    $589–1,049

  2. Bus to Timaru, fly

    1. Take the bus from Christchurch to Temukabus bus
    2. Fly from Timaru (TIU) to Darwin International Airport (DRW)plane plane TIU - DRW
    19h 52m

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) flights

Calendar30Weekly Planes
Duration10h 36mAverage Duration
Ticket$398Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 5,293 km
  • Duration: 11h 55m

What companies run services between Christchurch, New Zealand and Darwin, NT, Australia?

Qantas, Jetstar, and two other airlines fly from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Darwin International Airport (DRW) 4 times a day.

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