The route

At a glance

Airports

Indira Gandhi International (DEL), Delhi, to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), on New Zealand’s South Island.

Connections

There is no nonstop flight on this route. Itineraries usually connect in Singapore, in an Australian city such as Melbourne or Sydney, or in another Asian hub.

Via Auckland

Some trips fly to Auckland first and continue on a domestic flight. Allow time for immigration and the transfer if it is on separate tickets.

We are in Christchurch too

Avencrest works from Christchurch as well as Gurgaon, so we know both ends of this trip.

Tips for this route

Booking Delhi to Christchurch well

Compare the whole journey

Look at total travel time and layover length, not only the fare. Very short connections can be risky on separate tickets.

Transit visas

If you connect in Australia or another country, check whether you need a transit visa for that country on its official government website before you book.

Multi-city ideas

Visiting Australia and New Zealand together? Use Create multi-city route to fly Delhi to Melbourne, then on to Christchurch.

Arriving in New Zealand

New Zealand has strict biosecurity rules. Declare food and plant products, and read the official guidance before you pack.

Schedules and entry rules change. Check the live search and the official sites before you travel.

Routes

Other routes from Delhi

Questions

Frequently asked

Is there a direct flight from Delhi to Christchurch?

No. Flights from Delhi to Christchurch need at least one connection, usually in Singapore, Australia or another Asian hub.

Do Indian passport holders need a visa for New Zealand?

Yes, Indian passport holders need a visa to visit New Zealand. The official source is Immigration New Zealand. Our visa page has more detail.

Do I need a visa to connect through Australia?

Transit rules depend on your passport and itinerary. Check the Australian Department of Home Affairs website, or ask us before you book.

Can I see fares in New Zealand dollars?

Yes. Visitors in New Zealand see fares in New Zealand dollars automatically, and visitors in India see rupees.

Talk to us

Prefer us to find the flight?

Send your dates, cities and who is travelling. We reply Monday to Saturday, 10:30am to 7pm India time (IST).

+91 92113 43932

Or write to sales@avencresttravel.com. We work from Gurgaon, Christchurch and Melbourne. All contact details are on our contact page.

Photos: Tyler Lastovich, Pexels (Lake Tekapo, South Island); Peter Withiel, Pexels ("Melbourne Skyline from Hawthorn"); Ivan Siarbolin, Pexels ("City Skyline during Night Time", Dubai); Asad Photo Maldives, Pexels (aerial resort).