Flying from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Guangzhou.
To ensure you get on your CAN to CHC flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during peak periods in general.
China Southern Airlines offers direct flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to tick off the sights in Christchurch — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is China Southern Airlines.
China Southern Airlines ranks as the top on-time carrier for CAN to CHC flights, with 82.22% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CAN and CHC:
Brisbane Airport
Auckland Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
At the moment, 283 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 645 €. Bear in mind that fares may change due to availability when booking.
Book ten months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from CAN to CHC.
The cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is September. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from CAN to CHC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
86.05% of flights leaving Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule. Given its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from CAN.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport is about 32 kilometres from central Guangzhou. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CAN:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider staying in a hotel near CHC if you have a late Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Pick up a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Booking your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to choose your dates for your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CAN to CHC around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand you should also see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another well-known 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 the start of reasons to visit.