Travelling from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport (CHC): What you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 21 hours ahead of Los Angeles. Christchurch Airport is located in Christchurch.
To ensure you catch your flight from Los Angeles to CHC, leave plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Flying during a peak time like December? High seasons (like Christmas/New Year and spring break) can add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to CHC. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for departures from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Take a break from travelling at one of these popular airports:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Nadi International Airport (NAN)
Travelling from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 29 kilometres in 35 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Los Angeles International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Los Angeles International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 81% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination without delay.
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
On public transport, you can travel from central Los Angeles to VNY in around 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 35 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before your Los Angeles to CHC flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Van Nuys Airport:
About Christchurch Airport (CHC)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CHC:
Grab a Christchurch Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Central Christchurch is around 11 kilometres from Christchurch Airport and takes about 20 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
406 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport. Return flights start from 598 €. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Los Angeles to CHC if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
September is the quietest month for flights from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport (CHC), while March is the most popular. Find the best time to go to Christchurch based on whether you like a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your Los Angeles to CHC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Christchurch right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Los Angeles to Christchurch Airport:
Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki and Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat are just the start of the big attractions to add to your Christchurch travel itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Purau Bay.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. About 306 kilometres southwest of Christchurch, a trip to Dunedin will keep your itinerary packed. Don't miss top attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
Around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch, Nelson is another essential stop in New Zealand. Start your sightseeing at Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade.