Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch is currently May ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 1

When is the best time to book a flight to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Mid to late-March is considered the optimal time of year to book a flight to Wellington as it is the most stable month weather wise and kids are back at school. Temperatures range between 14 – 18C at this time of year so bring a light jacket in case the weather changes. Book a couple of weeks ahead and travel mid week (excluding Fridays and Mondays) for discounted flight ticket prices.

Question 2

What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

For a flight to Christchurch, you will be flying into Christchurch. Christchurch (CHC) is just 9.5 km from the centre of the city. CHC handles an average of 21 flights per day from Sydney. You should also have a few airline options to choose from. 4 airlines have flights to Christchurch from Sydney.

Question 3

What is the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to Christchurch is currently May; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

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Accepted Answer

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Christchurch (average of $353). Flying to Christchurch in December will prove the most costly (average of $451). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Question 5

When is the cheapest time to fly to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Users looking for the lowest fares to Christchurch should consider flying on Tuesday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Monday mornings, when prices are usually at their highest.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Christchurch, 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 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 6.0 C).

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Christchurch ranges from 40.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Christchurch when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Question 8

Can I find cheaper flights to Christchurch if I am willing to have stopovers?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Christchurch on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Question 9

What is the best airline to fly to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Jetstar is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Christchurch.

Question 10

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

Christchurch Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch. One-way flights to Christchurch Airport typically cost $56, while return flights cost around $74.

Question 11

How much is a return flight to Christchurch?

Accepted Answer

A return flight to Christchurch will typically cost around $130, however they can be found for as little as $49.

Question 12

Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

Accepted Answer

For those looking to save time traveling to Christchurch, Sydney offers the quickest one-way flight (3 hours 0 minutes).

Question 13

Does Christchurch Airport have car hire?

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Yes. Those touching down at Christchurch Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Question 14

Are there hotels close to Christchurch Airport?

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Yes. Christchurch Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Novotel Christchurch Airport is the closest property to Christchurch Airport (0.0 km away from Christchurch Airport).

Question 15

What does CHC mean?

Accepted Answer

CHC stands for Christchurch Airport. Codes like this one are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

Question 16

When is the best time to fly to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Peak season

The capital city of New Zealand, Wellington, is located at the southern tip of the North Island on the edge of a sweeping harbour. Nicknamed ‘Windy Wellington’ by locals, it’s true that the city experiences lively gusts most of the year due to its exposed location on the Cook Strait. Still there’s much about this cool little city to charm visitors into taking cheap flights to Wellington, even if it’s just a stopover before heading north or south. From December to the end of February is generally the busiest time of year for visitors to Wellington. The warmer summer weather also coincides with the school holidays, so don’t be surprised if flight tickets are markedly higher than normal at this time. Wellington is a foodie city so be sure to check out some of its numerous cafes, restaurants and bars to sample the local produce and creative cuisine by top chefs. Popular events people book flights to Wellington for include: the Wellington Rugby Sevens in February, the World of Wearable Art (WOW) awards in September and the Toast Martinborough Festival in November.

Off Season

Although any time of year is great for visiting, if you like wild weather then winter is a good time to book cheap flights to Wellington. Bring warm clothing and wet weather gear, jackets and raincoats are advised; leave the umbrella at home, it will be torn from your grip in a flash. Be prepared to spend most of your time visiting indoor attractions or hunkered down in warm cafes drinking hot chocolate.

Question 17

When is the best time to book a flight to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Mid to late-March is considered the optimal time of year to book a flight to Wellington as it is the most stable month weather wise and kids are back at school. Temperatures range between 14 &#8211; 18C at this time of year so bring a light jacket in case the weather changes. Book a couple of weeks ahead and travel mid week (excluding Fridays and Mondays) for discounted flight ticket prices.

Question 18

How long is the flight to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Sydney to Wellington – 3 hrs 15 mins

Flights from Brisbane to Wellington &#8211; 3 hrs 50

Flights from Melbourne to Wellington – 3 hrs 40 mins

Flights from Perth to Wellington – 8 hrs 50 mins

Question 19

Which airlines operate flights to Wellington?

Accepted Answer

Virgin Australia, Jet Star and Air New Zealand offer the cheapest flights to Wellington and service Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Emirates and Qantas also operate flights to Wellington from the main Australian cities but you’ll generally pay more with these carriers.

Question 20

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

Wellington International Airport (WLG) is located 5.5 km south east of the city centre. The Airport Flyer express bus service leaves every 15 minutes and travels to the Hutt Valley, via Wellington central, to Queensgate. Taxi ranks are situated outside the baggage claim area on level 0 of the terminal building. There are five car rental companies that have desks at the airport if you plan on touring the area.

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What is good to know if travelling to Christchurch?

How long is the flight to Wellington?

Which airlines operate flights to Wellington?

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

What does CHC mean?

What airport do you fly into for flights to Christchurch?

Can I find cheaper flights to Christchurch if I am willing to have stopovers?

What is the best airline to fly to Christchurch?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Christchurch?

How much is a return flight to Christchurch?

Where does the fastest flight to Christchurch depart from?

Does Christchurch Airport have car hire?

Are there hotels close to Christchurch Airport?

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