Flying from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, making Christchurch seven hours 12 minutes ahead of Kathmandu.
To ensure you get on your KTM to CHC flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like September? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the KTM to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, 480 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 1.257 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
To find cheap tickets from KTM to CHC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices across the month and land a great deal.
Save time searching for cheap flights from KTM to CHC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Tribhuvan International Airport (KTM)
Tribhuvan International Airport is about 5 kilometres from central Kathmandu. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near KTM. Whether you have an early flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CHC if you're taking a late Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are well-known companies to choose from here.
Reserving your ride from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Christchurch. If you want a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Tribhuvan International Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you want to go to Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from KTM to CHC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand you'll want to see. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep you busy. Start with leading sights like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another major stop in New Zealand, head for Dunedin, about 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are highlights.
