Charter Christchurch to Invercargill privately from US$8,000, about 1h 03m gate to gate. Request your price in minutes.
This route runs both ways — Christchurch (CHC) to Invercargill (IVC) and Invercargill to Christchurch — timed and priced alike.
Christchurch and Invercargill lie approximately 465 km apart (289 mi / 251 nm) on a direct routing.
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Guide pricing for Christchurch–Invercargill spans US$8,000 – US$15,500: from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the entry level to a turboprop (Pilatus PC-12 NGX) at the top. All cabins are pet-friendly — travel with dogs and pets beside you.
Efficient for short hops with two to four passengers. 4-6 seats and 2,180 km of range make it a dependable fit here.
The popular choice for this distance — strong value and cabin comfort. With seating for 6-8, it balances cabin comfort against running cost.
Short-runway specialist — ideal for remote airstrips and island hops. It seats 6-9 and is a frequent choice on sectors of this length.
| Category | Outbound | Return (±10% wind) | From (NZD) | Seats |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very Light Jet · rec. | 1h 03m | 57 min – 1h 09m | NZ$15,000 | 4-6 |
| Light Jet | 1h 00m | 54 min – 1h 06m | NZ$18,000 | 6-8 |
| Turboprop | 1h 20m | 1h 12m – 1h 28m | NZ$13,000 | 6-9 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Embraer Phenom 100EV | 1h 03m | NZ$15,000 – NZ$22,000 (~US$9,500 – US$13,500) | 4-6 |
| Cessna Citation M2 | 1h 01m | NZ$17,000 – NZ$24,000 (~US$10,500 – US$15,000) | 4-6 |
| HondaJet Elite II | 1h 00m | NZ$19,000 – NZ$26,000 (~US$11,500 – US$16,000) | 4-6 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cessna Citation CJ3+ | 1h 00m | NZ$18,000 – NZ$25,000 (~US$11,000 – US$15,500) | 6-8 |
| Embraer Phenom 300E | 58 min | NZ$20,000 – NZ$28,000 (~US$12,000 – US$17,000) | 6-8 |
| Learjet 75 Liberty | 56 min | NZ$21,000 – NZ$30,000 (~US$13,000 – US$18,500) | 6-8 |
| Aircraft | Flight time | Cost range (NZD) | Passengers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pilatus PC-12 NGX | 1h 20m | NZ$13,000 – NZ$18,000 (~US$8,000 – US$11,000) | 6-9 |
| King Air 350 | 1h 16m | NZ$15,000 – NZ$20,000 (~US$9,000 – US$12,000) | 8-11 |
Same aircraft, same route — return pricing is symmetric; flight times can vary about ±10% with wind direction.
Guide prices are one-way estimates incl. positioning; taxes/handling extra. Round-trip and one-way both available. Currency conversion is approximate.
The guide range for Christchurch–Invercargill is derived from the sector distance and typical winds, fuel costs at both ends, and the handling and landing charges levied at both airports. Final pricing is locked once we check live aircraft schedules.
You can fly to or from any of these airports at each end; we match the most convenient to your trip:
Christchurch, New Zealand: Christchurch International Airport.
Invercargill, New Zealand: Invercargill Airport.
Counts every airfield flown for each city — Christchurch: Christchurch (CHC); Invercargill: Invercargill (IVC).
Observed traffic points to a weekday route with afternoon departures, on the departures logged so far.
Christchurch→Invercargill runs about 9 minutes longer in the flights we have logged so far.
| Direction | Departures observed | Typical block | Fastest seen | Aircraft observed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christchurch → Invercargill | 9 | 70 min | 44 min | Beech Super King Air (6), Bombardier Challenger (2) |
| Invercargill → Christchurch | 11 | 61 min | — | Beech Super King Air (8) |
20 movements observed, 2025-08-17 to 2026-08-16.
| Christchurch International Airport | Invercargill Airport | |
|---|---|---|
| Code | NZCH / CHC | NZNV / IVC |
| Longest hard runway | 10,787 ft | 7,251 ft |
| Surface | Asphalt | Asphalt |
| Field elevation | 123 ft | 5 ft |
All 21 aircraft we quote for Christchurch to Invercargill can use both airfields and fly the route non-stop. Runway is the binding factor: Invercargill Airport is the shorter of the two at 7,251 ft, against the 6,000 ft the largest types here need — 1,251 ft to spare. The leg is 465 km.
Alternates within range: Forest Field Aerodrome · Rangiora Airfield · West Melton Aerodrome (2,008 ft, 11 km) · Garden City Heliport · Centre Bush Aerodrome · Ryan's Creek Aerodrome · Ocean Beach Heliport · Fern Gully Heliport (16 ft, 56 km)
The cabin is your own from departure to landing — work, rest or hold sensitive conversations without concern.
Pets are welcome on every Christchurch–Invercargill charter, in the cabin, not the hold. Note them in your enquiry.
Every aircraft and crew we place is from a certified, audited operator. You fly with professionals, not unknowns.
Fast responses matter when schedules shift. We turn around most Christchurch–Invercargill quote requests within 60 minutes.
Christchurch–Invercargill is a frequently chartered domestic sector for executives and families alike, prized for flexibility and time saved.
As a guide, charter ranges US$8,000 – US$15,500 one-way — from a very light jet (Embraer Phenom 100EV) at the lower end. Final pricing depends on dates, group size and availability.
About 1h 03m gate to gate over 465 km (289 miles), similar both ways; larger jets are marginally faster.
This sector is mainly served by Very Light Jet, Light Jet, Turboprop. We lead with a very light jet for the best balance of cost, cabin and range.
Yes — we handle last-minute Christchurch–Invercargill charters, often with as little as 4 hours' notice, subject to aircraft and crew availability.
Absolutely — pets travel in the cabin with you on this route; just tell us the details when you ask for a quote.
Of course: Invercargill to Christchurch runs on the same aircraft and pricing, so round trips are straightforward.
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