Travelling from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is two hours 30 minutes ahead of Adelaide.
Your ADL to CHC flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as January, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between ADL and CHC:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport (ADL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Currently, 183 € is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 337 €. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from ADL to CHC if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport throughout the month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Adelaide Airport (ADL)
75.6% of flights taking off from Adelaide Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To get to Adelaide Airport from central Adelaide, it takes around 15 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 8 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near ADL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Reserve a hotel close to CHC if you have a late Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Christchurch's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Christchurch based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Before locking in your flight from Adelaide Airport to Christchurch International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from ADL to CHC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you'll want to see. About 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, Dunedin is another favourite stop in New Zealand. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.