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How to get fromSydney to Christchurchby plane or car

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There are 2 ways to get from Sydney to Christchurch by plane or car

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  1. Fly from Sydney International Airport

    best
    1. Fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane plane SYD - CHC
    6h
    $361–885

  2. Drive to Orange Airport, fly

    cheapest
    1. Drive from Sydney to Orange-Airport-OAGcar car
    2. Fly from Orange Airport (OAG) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)plane plane OAG - CHC
    9h 22m
    $321–1,287

Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) flights

Calendar78Weekly Planes
Duration4h 39mAverage Duration
Ticket$182Cheapest Price
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  • Distance: 2,153.2 km
  • Duration: 6h

What companies run services between Sydney, NSW, Australia and Christchurch, New Zealand?

Jetstar, Emirates, and two other airlines fly from Sydney International Airport (SYD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) every 2 hours.

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