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Cheap flights from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R20 087

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — JNB
Apr 6 — Apr 131
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Christchurch to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Christchurch (CHC) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

Round-trip from

R20 087

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R24 307
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 9/5-26/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 34m total
  • Christchurch to Johannesburg
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R42 447 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R12 568 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Christchurch to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 April 2025.

Fri 9/56:00CHC - JNB
1 stop20h 20mQantas Airways
Mon 26/518:45JNB - CHC
1 stop19h 14mQantas Airways
Deal found 30/3R20 087
Thu 16/1011:50CHC - JNB
1 stop41h 45mSingapore Airlines
Tue 4/1119:50JNB - CHC
1 stop27h 50mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 31/3R20 546
Thu 8/517:45CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 30mEmirates
Mon 12/522:20JNB - CHC
2 stops28h 35mEmirates
Deal found 30/3R21 775
Thu 8/517:45CHC - JNB
2 stops32h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/512:15JNB - CHC
3 stops38h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3R25 683
Mon 28/421:00CHC - JNB
2 stops55h 35mAir New Zealand
Mon 12/513:45JNB - CHC
1 stop33h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 30/3R106 051

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 April 2025.
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Fly from

Christchurch

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OR Tambo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Fri 9/5

6:00-16:20

1 stop20h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/5

18:45-23:59

1 stop19h 14m

R20 087

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

17:45-16:15

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

22:20-12:55

2 stops28h 35m

R21 775

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Thu 8/5

17:45-16:15

2 stops32h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

12:15-12:55

3 stops38h 40m

R25 683

ChristchurchJohannesburg

CHC - JNB

CHCJNB

Christchurch

Mon 28/4

21:00-18:35

2 stops55h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/5

13:45-9:30

1 stop33h 45m

R106 051

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Deals found on 30/3

Best time to book a flight from Christchurch to OR Tambo

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Christchurch to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHC to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Christchurch to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 1 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Christchurch to Johannesburg, such as Emirates, Air New Zealand and Qantas Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
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Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Air New Zealand
7,9
Good
458 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
813 reviews
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Overall

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Mar 2025

DXB - BCN

One person Mr Chopra was great. Constantly trying to manage a lot with a smile. Others not so great. The forgot meals on some tables. Service delayed. Experience is going down a bit.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Christchurch to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9,5 km from the centre of the city. Christchurch is the only Christchurch airport and it handles 0 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Christchurch on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Qantas Airways, at R20 087, was found to be the cheapest airline from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Emirates and Air New Zealand. Qantas Airways is currently priced 18% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Christchurch to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Christchurch to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Christchurch to OR Tambo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R89). Flying from Christchurch to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R123). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Christchurch to OR Tambo

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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR19 216AverageR23 636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR20 448AverageR27 915FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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EmiratesCheapestR21 082AverageR24 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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