Flying from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, making Christchurch 11 hours ahead of Athens.
Give yourself enough time to make your ATH to CHC flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
628 € is currently the best price for a one-way Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 1.183 €. These prices can change based on demand.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ATH to CHC if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird discounts.
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Handy information about Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH)
77.19% of flights that leave from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport from central Athens, it'll take about 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Searching for a handy hotel near ATH? If you're boarding an early flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Reserve a hotel close to CHC if you're on a late Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure 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.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to the centre of Christchurch has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the most popular month for flights from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Christchurch in April.
Before locking in your flight from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from ATH to CHC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among the biggest draws.
