Travelling from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is 13 hours ahead of Manchester and is in the UTC+13 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your MAN to CHC flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as August? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your options for tickets from Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Changi International Airport is a popular stopover on the MAN to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Currently, 487 € is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 979 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MAN to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across every month and snap up a great deal.
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Handy information about Manchester Airport (MAN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Manchester Airport, 59.39% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Manchester Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Manchester. If you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Booked an early flight from Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to MAN:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you're coming in on a late Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these options near CHC:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals to explore Christchurch and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Manchester 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.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Manchester Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from MAN to CHC sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include 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, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among the biggest draws.