2026-03-16 airfare comparison

✈️ SIN ⇄ Christchurch Airfare Comparison

4 Adults · June 2026

Option	Airline	Seating	Routing	Total Price	Price / Person	Savings vs SQ	Difference vs Full Skycouch
1	Singapore Airlines	Economy	Direct SIN → CHC	$9,570.80	$2,392.70	—	+$286.40
2	Air New Zealand	Economy Stretch (both ways)	SIN → AKL → CHC	$8,522.40	$2,130.60	$1,048.40	−$762.00
3	Air New Zealand	Skycouch outbound + Stretch return	SIN → AKL → CHC	$8,854.40	$2,213.60	$716.40	−$430.00
4	Air New Zealand	Skycouch both ways	SIN → AKL → CHC	$9,284.40	$2,321.10	$286.40	Baseline

📈 Airfare Price Increase
(Since Last Check between 2nd and 16th March 2026)

Airline	Price Increase	Increase per Person (4 pax)
Singapore Airlines	$286.40	$71.60
Air NZ Skycouch	$430.00	$107.50

🛫 Singapore ⇄ Christchurch Flight Timing

June 2026 · Based on selected SQ and Air New Zealand options

Airline	Flight	Route	Depart	Arrive	Duration	Layover
Singapore Airlines	SQ297	Singapore → Christchurch	19:50	09:30 (+1)	9h 40m	Direct
Singapore Airlines	SQ298	Christchurch → Singapore	10:50	17:40	10h 50m	Direct
Air New Zealand	NZ283	Singapore → Auckland	18:45	08:25 (+1)	9h 40m	—
Air New Zealand	NZ539	Auckland → Christchurch	12:00	13:25	1h 25m	3h 35m layover (AKL)
Air New Zealand	NZ570	Christchurch → Auckland	19:10	20:35	1h 25m	—
Air New Zealand	NZ282	Auckland → Singapore	23:55	06:45 (+1)	10h 50m	3h 20m layover (AKL)

Total Journey Time

Airline	Outbound Total	Return Total
Singapore Airlines	9h 40m	10h 50m
Air New Zealand	14h 40m	15h 35m

✈️ Flight Decision Summary

Singapore ⇄ Christchurch · June 2026

💰 Best Price

Air NZ Skycouch

Total: $9,284.40

$286 cheaper than SQ

🛏 Best Comfort

Air NZ Skycouch

Two seats convert into a couch

Better sleep on overnight flight

⏱ Fastest Travel

Singapore Airlines

Direct flight

~5 hours shorter travel

📊 Key Trade-offs

Factor	Singapore Airlines	Air NZ Skycouch
Price	$9,570.80	$9,284.40
Travel Time	Direct	+5h outbound / +4h45 return
Comfort	Standard economy seat	Skycouch sleep option

2026-03-02 airfare comparison

🛫 Flight Details: Singapore → Christchurch (14–25 Jun 2026, 4 Adults)

Option	Date	Flight No.	Route	Dep (Local)	Arr (Local)	Dep (SGT)	Arr (SGT)	Transit	Flight Time	Total Journey
🇸🇬 Singapore Airlines Direct	14 Jun	SQ 297	SIN → CHC	19:50	09:30+1	19:50	05:30+1	—	9hrs 40m	9hrs 40m
🇸🇬 Singapore Airlines Direct	25 Jun	SQ 298	CHC → SIN	10:50	18:05	06:50	18:05	—	10hrs 15m	9hrs 40m
🇦🇺 Qantas Via SYD	14 Jun	QF52	SIN → SYD	20:30	06:00+1	20:30	04:00+1	3hrs 20m	7hrs 30m	13hrs 55m
	15 Jun	QF133	SYD → CHC	09:20	14:25	07:20	10:25	3hrs 20m	3hrs 05m	13hrs 55m
	25 Jun	QF138	CHC → MEL	16:00	17:25	12:00	15:25	2hrs 50m	3hrs 25m	14hrs 55m
	26 Jun	QF81	MEL → SIN	20:15	01:45+1	18:15	01:45+1	2hrs 50m	7hrs 30m	14hrs 55m
🇳🇿 Air New Zealand Via AKL	14 Jun	NZ0283	SIN → AKL	18:45	08:25+1	18:45	04:25+1	2hrs 35m	9hrs 40m	13hrs 40m
	15 Jun	NZ0535	AKL → CHC	11:00	12:25	07:00	08:25	2hrs 35m	1hr 25m	13hrs 40m
	25 Jun	NZ0588	CHC → AKL	21:00	22:25	17:00	18:25	1hr 30m	1hr 25m	13hrs 45m
	26 Jun	NZ0282	AKL → SIN	23:55	06:45+1	19:55	06:45+1	1hr 30m	10hrs 50m	13hrs 45m

📌 Notes:

• SIN: Singapore Changi Airport (SGT – UTC+8)

• CHC: Christchurch International Airport (NZST – UTC+12, Oct-Mar: UTC+13)

• AKL: Auckland International Airport (NZST – UTC+12)

• SYD: Sydney Airport (AEST – UTC+10) | MEL: Melbourne Airport (AEST – UTC+10)

• +1 indicates arrival on the next day

• SGT times shown for easy comparison with Singapore departure/arrival

🟡 Highlighted cells = Transit time between flights

⏱️ Total Travel Time:

✈️ SQ Direct: 9hrs 40m / 10hrs 15m

✈️ QF: 13hrs 55m / 14hrs 55m

✈️ NZ: 13hrs 40m / 13hrs 45m

🕐 Time Zones:

SGT: Singapore Time (UTC+8)

NZST: New Zealand Standard Time (UTC+12)

AEST: Australian Eastern Standard Time (UTC+10)

Note: New Zealand is 4 hours ahead of Singapore (UTC+12 vs UTC+8)

🛩️ Singapore Airlines: A350-900 Long Haul

🛩️ Qantas: Boeing 787 / A330 (subject to route)

🛩️ Air New Zealand (Long Haul): Boeing 777-300ER

🛩️ Air New Zealand (Domestic): Airbus A320

💰 Price Comparison: Singapore → Christchurch (14–25 Jun 2026, 4 Adults)

Airline / Option	Fare (SGD)	Taxes & Charges (SGD)	Total Price (4 Adults)	Baggage Allowance
🇸🇬 Singapore Airlines Direct	8,700.00	561.20	9,261.20	Not specified
🇦🇺 Qantas Via SYD/MEL	—	—	6,126.00	Not specified
🇳🇿 Air New Zealand Skycouch™	7,764.00*	620.80	8,384.80	8 x 23kg (184kg)
🇳🇿 Air New Zealand Standard	6,180.00**	620.80	6,800.80	8 x 23kg (184kg)

✳️ Fare calculation notes:

* Air NZ Skycouch fare = SGD 8,384.80 – SGD 620.80 taxes = SGD 7,764.00

** Air NZ Standard fare = SGD 6,800.80 – SGD 620.80 taxes = SGD 6,180.00

🇦🇺 Qantas total price = SGD 6,126.00 for 4 adults (fare breakdown not provided)

✅ All prices include fuel surcharges, airport taxes, and fees where shown. Baggage allowances shown are for checked luggage.

Singapore Airlines

SGD 9,261

Direct • 9hrs 40m / 10hrs 15m

Qantas

SGD 6,126

Via SYD/MEL • 13hrs 55m / 14hrs 55m

Air NZ Skycouch

SGD 8,384

Via AKL • 13hrs 40m / 13hrs 45m

Air NZ Standard

SGD 6,800

Via AKL • 13hrs 40m / 13hrs 45m

🏆 Price Ranking (Lowest to Highest): 1. Qantas $6,126 2. Air NZ Std $6,800 3. Air NZ Skycouch $8,384 4. Singapore $9,261

10 day itinerary v2026-03-04

Swapped Blenheim and Hanmer so we can visit Marborough markets in Blenheim on Sunday.

🗺️ NZ South Island Family Trip Itinerary

Christchurch → Hanmer Springs → Blenheim → Christchurch
📅 14–26 June 2026 • ✈️ Air New Zealand

✈️ Flights 🚗 Drives 🌿 Nature ♨️ Spa 🛍️ Shopping 🎂 Birthday

✈️

Day 0 — Sun 14 Jun

Flight NZ283 — SIN → AKL

Depart: 18:45 SGT

Arrive: 08:25 NZST (+1) (04:25 SGT)

🛋️ Overnight Skycouch

Transit city: Auckland

🛬

Day 1 — Mon 15 Jun

🧳 Transit AKL: 2h 35m

Flight NZ535 — AKL → CHC

Depart: 11:00 NZST (07:00 SGT)

Arrive: 12:25 NZST (08:25 SGT)

🚗 Collect rental car • 🛒 Riccarton Mall groceries • 🌿 Avon River stroll

Stay: Christchurch (Night 1 of 2) • 🌡 6–13°C

🎂 Cake task

Order a 5–6 inch cake from Cake Eating Company
Writing: “Happy 18th Jake!”
Reserve online (before trip) or during this first Christchurch stay.

🛍️

Day 2 — Tue 16 Jun

Morning: Dress Smart Hornby outlets

Targets: Mons Royale • Bonds

Afternoon: Riccarton Mall shopping

Possible stores: Kathmandu • Macpac • Farmers

🍜 Riverside Market • 🚶 Central Christchurch stroll • ☕ Coffee stop

Stay: Christchurch (Night 2 of 2) • 🌡 5–12°C

🚗

Day 3 — Wed 17 Jun

Drive: Christchurch → Hanmer Springs

📍 135 km • ⏱ ~2 hours

10:15 ☕ Coffee stop — Coffee Culture Amberley (20 min)

11:15 📸 Scenic stop — Waiau River Gorge viewpoint (5–10 min)

Afternoon hike: 🌲 Dog Stream Track (~1.5 hr return)

Stay: Hanmer Springs (Night 1 of 3)

♨️

Day 4 — Thu 18 Jun

Morning: Relaxed village morning (café breakfast + stroll)

Afternoon highlight: Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa

Stay: Hanmer Springs (Night 2 of 3) • 🌡 3–10°C

🏔️

Day 5 — Fri 19 Jun

🧺 Picnic prep (Hanmer Springs)

09:00 Stock up at Four Square Hanmer Springs (village supermarket).
Suggested items: sandwiches/wraps • pastries/pies • fruit • cheese+crackers • snacks • drinks • thermos coffee/tea.
Tip: bring a small groundsheet/towel (winter grass can be damp).

Drive: Hanmer Springs → Lake Tennyson (~1 hour)
Navigation: Take Jollies Pass Road (not Jacks Pass).

10:00 📸 Clarence River Gorge viewpoint
10:20 🏔️ Island Saddle viewpoint (highest public road pass in NZ)

11:00 Arrive Lake Tennyson
Hike: Lakeside Walk (2–3 km, 45–60 min). Follow the western shoreline beyond the car park for best reflections.
Picnic spot: 10–15 min walk from car park along shoreline.

Stay: Hanmer Springs (Night 3 of 3)

🚗

Day 6 — Sat 20 Jun

Drive: Hanmer Springs → Blenheim

📍 210 km • ⏱ ~3.5 hours

🌿 Taylor River Trail walk • explore town centre

Stay: Blenheim (Night 1 of 2) • 🌡 5–13°C

🥕

Day 7 — Sun 21 Jun

Morning: Marlborough Farmers’ Market (09:00–12:00)

Afternoon: Wineries (choose 2 max)

Cloudy Bay • Brancott Estate • Wither Hills

Stay: Blenheim (Night 2 of 2)

🌊

Day 8 — Mon 22 Jun

Drive: Blenheim → Kaikōura → Christchurch

📍 310 km • ⏱ ~5 hours with stops

🍽️ Kaikōura lunch • 🦭 Ohau Point seal colony • ☕ Hapuku Kitchen coffee stop

Stay: Christchurch (Night 1 of 4) • 🌡 6–12°C

🚴

Day 9 — Tue 23 Jun

Breakfast: Addington Coffee Co-op

09:30–11:00 Hagley Park Cycling Loop (~10 km)
Bike pickup: Pushbikes (reserve step-through e-bikes in advance)
Route: Hagley Park → Avon River path → Botanic Gardens → North Hagley Park loop
Photo spot: wooden bridge in the Botanic Gardens

Lunch: Riverside Market

Afternoon shopping: Farmers The Crossing • Lululemon Cashel Street

Cake pickup option: pick up in the afternoon + store in motel fridge

Stay: Christchurch (Night 2 of 4)

🎂

Day 10 — Wed 24 Jun • Jake’s 18th Birthday 🎉

Cake Plan

Order a 5–6 inch cake from Cake Eating Company
Writing: “Happy 18th Jake!”
Pickup: Option A (23 Jun afternoon, store in fridge) or Option B (24 Jun morning).

Birthday breakfast: Unknown Chapter Coffee Roasters

11:30–12:30 Lunch at Riverside Market

13:30 Drive to Skyline Christchurch (~20 min)

14:00–16:30 Gondola + Luge
Suggested: 5 luge rides (enjoy at a relaxed pace)

17:00 Return to motel / rest

18:30 Birthday dinner at 5th Street
Suggested: ribeye • roasted potatoes • seasonal veg • dessert
Reservation strongly recommended

20:30 Return to motel • cake + celebration 🎂

Stay: Christchurch (Night 3 of 4)

✈️

Day 11 — Thu 25 Jun

Relax morning + last shopping • return rental car (evening)

Flight NZ588 — CHC → AKL

Depart: 21:00 NZST (17:00 SGT)

Arrive: 22:25 NZST (18:25 SGT)

Transit AKL: 1h 30m

Stay: Christchurch (Night 4 of 4)

🛫

Day 12 — Fri 26 Jun

Flight NZ282 — AKL → SIN

Depart: 23:55 NZST (19:55 SGT)

Arrive: 06:45 SGT (+1)

🧾 Night Summary

Christchurch: 6 nights • Hanmer Springs: 3 nights • Blenheim: 2 nights

10 day itinerary v2026-03-02

🗺 Northern South Island Loop (10-Day Plan)

Christchurch → Blenheim → Hanmer Springs → Christchurch
Dates: 14–24 June 2026 (Arrive CHC 15 Jun AM | Depart CHC 24 Jun 10:00)

✈️ Day 0 – Sun 14 Jun 2026

Fly Singapore → Christchurch
SQ297 departs 19:50 SGT (overnight flight)

🏙 Day 1 – Mon 15 Jun (Rest Day)

09:40 NZDT arrive Christchurch (CHC)
Collect rental car
Check in: Riccarton Mall Motel
Light essentials: Riccarton Mall groceries + easy stroll
Early dinner + early sleep (reset body clock)

🌡 Expected temp: 6–13°C

🛍 Day 2 – Tue 16 Jun (Shopping Christchurch)

Morning: Christchurch Farmers’ Market (Riccarton Bush)
Afternoon: Dress Smart Hornby outlets
Outlet targets: Mons Royale + Bonds
Coffee stop: C4 Coffee Roasters (optional)

🌡 Expected temp: 5–12°C

🛍 Day 3 – Wed 17 Jun (Shopping + Easy Leisure)

Morning option: 🚴 Cycling in Hagley Park (safe, flat, car-free)
Afternoon: Riverside Market browsing + central city wander
Photography time + relaxed café hopping

🌡 Expected temp: 4–11°C

🚗 Day 4 – Thu 18 Jun (Drive to Blenheim)

Christchurch → Blenheim (via Kaikōura stop) 🚗 310 km | 4.5–5 hrs (plus stops)

Lunch stop: Kaikōura coastline + seafood option
Quick viewpoint: seal colony lookouts (weather permitting)
Arrive Blenheim late afternoon, check in

🌡 Expected temp: 5–13°C

🍷 Day 5 – Fri 19 Jun (Winery Day – Blenheim)

Winery #1: Cloudy Bay (tasting)
Winery #2: Brancott Estate (tasting + lunch)
Keep it relaxed: 2 wineries max
Late afternoon: Taylor River Trail easy walk

🏔 Day 6 – Sat 20 Jun (Drive to Hanmer Springs + Trek PM)

Blenheim → Hanmer Springs 🚗 210 km | ~3.5 hrs

Check in Hanmer Springs (2 nights)
Afternoon trek: Dog Stream Track (~1.5 hr return)
Evening: village dinner + early night

🌡 Expected temp: 3–10°C

♨️ Day 7 – Sun 21 Jun (Morning Spa + Relax)

Morning: Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
Afternoon: café time, slow strolls, full relax mode
Optional: short scenic walk if energy allows

🚗 Day 8 – Mon 22 Jun (Drive to Christchurch)

Hanmer Springs → Christchurch 🚗 135 km | ~2 hrs

Arrive early afternoon
Check in Christchurch (airport hotel or Riccarton area)
Easy dinner + packing prep

🌡 Expected temp: 6–12°C

☕ Day 9 – Tue 23 Jun (Christchurch Relax)

Brunch: Riverside Market
Botanic Gardens / Avon River stroll
Last-minute shopping top-ups
Pack calmly for early departure

✈️ Day 10 – Wed 24 Jun (Fly Out)

Return rental car early
Arrive airport around 08:00
SQ298 departs 10:00

2 Options to compare 2026-02-27 update

🗺️ South Island 2026 – Two Route Options (18–26 June)

Common start in Christchurch (19–22 June), then choose Option A: North (Marlborough + Hanmer) or Option B: South (Oamaru + Dunedin). Both return to Christchurch for the final night and fly out on 26 June.

✈ Flights

18 Jun (Thu) – 19:50 SGT SQ297 departs Singapore
19 Jun (Fri) – 09:40 NZDT arrive Christchurch
26 Jun (Fri) – SQ298 departs Christchurch → Singapore

🌿 Common Start – Christchurch Base (19–22 June)

🏙 19 Jun (Fri) – Arrival + Shopping

🛏 Stay (19–22 Jun): Riccarton Mall Motel
🚗 Collect rental car
🛍 Riccarton Mall shopping
🌙 Early night
🌡 Temp: 6–13°C

🥕 20 Jun (Sat) – Market + Outlet

🥕 Morning: Christchurch Farmers’ Market
🛍 Afternoon: Dress Smart Hornby
🛏 Stay: Riccarton Mall Motel
🌡 Temp: 5–12°C

🚴 21 Jun (Sun) – Cycling Day

🚴 Morning cycling at Hagley Park
🛏 Stay: Riccarton Mall Motel
🌡 Temp: 4–11°C

🚗 22 Jun (Mon) – Check Out + Route Split

✅ Check out Riccarton Mall Motel
➜ Choose Option A (North) or Option B (South) below

🍷 Option A – North Loop (Marlborough + Hanmer)

🌊 22 Jun (Mon) – Christchurch → Blenheim

🚗 310 km | 4.5–5 hrs
🦭 Optional Kaikōura lunch stop
🛏 Stay: Blenheim (Night 1)

🍷 23 Jun (Tue) – Winery Day

Wineries:
• Cloudy Bay Vineyards
• Brancott Estate
• Hans Herzog Estate
🛏 Stay: Blenheim (Night 2)

🌲 24 Jun (Wed) – Blenheim → Hanmer Springs

🚗 130 km | ~2.5 hrs
🌿 Afternoon: Dog Stream Track (gentle 3–4 km)
🛏 Stay: Hanmer Springs (Only Night)
🌡 Temp: 2–11°C

♨ 25 Jun (Thu) – Hanmer Pools + Return to Christchurch

♨ Morning: Hanmer Springs Thermal Pools & Spa
🚗 Hanmer → Christchurch: 135 km | ~1 hr 45 min
🏙 Arrive early afternoon
🛏 25 Jun Night – Christchurch (Final Night)
Relax: Riverside Market / central city walk / light packing
🌡 Temp: 4–11°C

✈ 26 Jun (Fri) – Departure

🚗 Return rental car
🛫 SQ298 departs Christchurch → Singapore

🐧 Option B – South Loop (Oamaru + Dunedin)

🌊 22 Jun (Mon) – Christchurch → Oamaru

🚗 248 km | ~3h 04m
🪨 Optional: Moeraki Boulders
🐧 Evening: Blue Penguin tour
🛏 Stay: Oamaru (Night 1)

🌊 23 Jun (Tue) – Oamaru → Dunedin

🚗 112 km | ~1h 23m
🌊 Otago Peninsula scenic drive
🛏 Stay: Dunedin (Night 1)

🥾 24 Jun (Wed) – Dunedin Exploration Day

🥾 Sandfly Bay Track / Tunnel Beach
🍺 Speight’s Brewery (tour + tasting)
🍽 Dinner: No.7 Balmac
🛏 Stay: Dunedin (Night 2)

🚗 25 Jun (Thu) – Dunedin → Christchurch

🚗 360 km | ~4h 36m
☕ Coffee stop: Timaru (suggested)
🛏 25 Jun Night – Christchurch (Final Night)
🌡 Temp: 4–11°C

✈ 26 Jun (Fri) – Departure

🚗 Return rental car
🛫 SQ298 departs Christchurch → Singapore

🔎 Quick Comparison

	🍷 Option A (North)	🐧 Option B (South)
Longest drive day	22 Jun (4.5–5 hrs)	25 Jun (~4h 36m)
Signature highlights	Wineries + Hanmer hot pools	Penguins + Otago Peninsula
Overall vibe	Relaxed, refined, winter-soak friendly	Rugged coast, wildlife, dramatic scenery

✈️ SIN ➔ CHC Flight Itinerary Comparison

Singapore to Christchurch • June 2026 • 4 Adults

Price Range

SGD 6,426 – 8,709

Fastest Journey

9h 40m (Non-stop)

Best Value

Option 4 • SGD 7,932

Option	Complete Flight Itinerary	Total Price (4 Pax)	Total Duration
⭐ FASTEST SINGAPORE AIRLINES NON-STOP	✈️ Outbound: SIN → CHC 18 Jun 19:50 Depart Singapore (SIN) 19 Jun 09:30 Arrive Christchurch (CHC) • SQ297 ⬆️ Direct flight • 9h 40m ✈️ Return: CHC → SIN 26 Jun 10:50 Depart Christchurch (CHC) 26 Jun 17:40 Arrive Singapore (SIN) • SQ298 ⬆️ Direct flight • 10h 50m ✈️ Same price if depart CHC 27 June	SGD 8,709	Outbound: 9h 40m Return: 10h 50m ⚡ Fastest option
SINGAPORE AIRLINES 1 STOP (AKL) Operated by Air NZ	✈️ Outbound: SIN → AKL → CHC 18 Jun 18:45 Depart Singapore (SIN) • SQ4283 (Air NZ) 19 Jun 08:25 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 8h 40m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 2h 35m (08:25 → 11:00) 19 Jun 11:00 Depart Auckland (AKL) • SQ4361 (Air NZ) 19 Jun 12:25 Arrive Christchurch (CHC) • 1h 25m flight Total outbound: 13h 40m ✈️ Return: CHC → AKL → SIN 26 Jun 06:45 Depart Christchurch (CHC) • SQ4364 (Air NZ) 26 Jun 08:10 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 1h 25m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 2h 00m (08:10 → 10:10) 26 Jun 10:10 Depart Auckland (AKL) • SQ4284 (Air NZ) 26 Jun 19:00 Arrive Singapore (SIN) • 12h 50m flight Total return: ~14h 15m	SGD 8,444 KrisFlyer miles eligible	Outbound: 13h 40m Return: 14h 15m 🕒 Early return flight
AIR NEW ZEALAND 1 STOP (AKL) Standard seats	✈️ Outbound: SIN → AKL → CHC 18 Jun 18:45 Depart Singapore (SIN) • NZ0283 19 Jun 08:25 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 9h 40m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 2h 35m (08:25 → 11:00) 19 Jun 11:00 Depart Auckland (AKL) • NZ0535 19 Jun 12:25 Arrive Christchurch (CHC) • 1h 25m flight Total outbound: 13h 40m ✈️ Return: CHC → AKL → SIN 27 Jun 20:10 Depart Christchurch (CHC) • NZ0574 27 Jun 21:35 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 1h 25m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 2h 20m (21:35 → 23:55) 27 Jun 23:55 Depart Auckland (AKL) • NZ0282 28 Jun 06:45 Arrive Singapore (SIN) • 10h 50m flight Total return: 14h 35m (overnight)	SGD 8,352	Outbound: 13h 40m Return: 14h 35m 🌙 Evening return flight
🏆 BEST VALUE AIR NEW ZEALAND 1 STOP (AKL) ✨ SKYCOUCH INCLUDED	✈️ Outbound: SIN → AKL → CHC 15 Jun 18:45 Depart Singapore (SIN) • NZ0283 16 Jun 08:25 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 9h 40m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 2h 35m (08:25 → 11:00) 16 Jun 11:00 Depart Auckland (AKL) • NZ0535 16 Jun 12:25 Arrive Christchurch (CHC) • 1h 25m flight Total outbound: 13h 40m ✈️ Return: CHC → AKL → SIN 25 Jun 05:45 Depart Christchurch (CHC) • NZ0582 25 Jun 07:10 Arrive Auckland (AKL) • 1h 25m flight ⏳ Layover in Auckland: 3h 00m (07:10 → 10:10) 25 Jun 10:10 Depart Auckland (AKL) • NZ0284 25 Jun 17:00 Arrive Singapore (SIN) • 10h 50m flight Total return: 15h 15m 🛋️ Skycouch provides lie-flat comfort for 2 adults (worth SGD 1,700)	SGD 7,932 incl. Skycouch Regular fare: SGD 6,348	Outbound: 13h 40m Return: 15h 15m 🌅 Early return (05:45) Best value for comfort
QANTAS 1 STOP (SYD/BNE) Different stopovers	✈️ Outbound: SIN → SYD → CHC 18 Jun 21:00 Depart Singapore (SIN) 19 Jun 04:40 Arrive Sydney (SYD) • 7h 40m flight ⏳ Layover in Sydney: 2h 45m (04:40 → 07:25) 19 Jun 07:25 Depart Sydney (SYD) 19 Jun 12:55 Arrive Christchurch (CHC) • 3h 30m flight Total outbound: 14h 25m ✈️ Return: CHC → BNE → SIN 27 Jun 06:00 Depart Christchurch (CHC) 27 Jun 08:00 Arrive Brisbane (BNE) • 4h 00m flight ⏳ Long layover in Brisbane: 5h 25m (08:00 → 13:25) 27 Jun 13:25 Depart Brisbane (BNE) 27 Jun 17:25 Arrive Singapore (SIN) • 8h 00m flight Total return: 15h 25m ⚠️ Additional SGD 65 per person for seat selection (+SGD 260 total)	SGD 6,426 + SGD 260 seats 💰 LOWEST BASE FARE	Outbound: 14h 25m Return: 15h 25m ⏱️ Long BNE layover (5h 25m)

🇸🇬 Option 1

SIA Non-stop

18 Jun 19:50 ➔ 19 Jun 09:30

26 Jun 10:50 ➔ 26 Jun 17:40

🇸🇬 Option 2

SIA via AKL

18 Jun 18:45 ➔ 19 Jun 12:25

26 Jun 06:45 ➔ 26 Jun 19:00

🇳🇿 Option 3

Air NZ Std