Travelling from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is three hours ahead of Townsville and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your TSV to CHC flight.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport (TSV) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Townsville Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is 221 €. A return fare right now is 404 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from TSV to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird discounts.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Townsville Airport to Christchurch International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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Handy information about Townsville Airport (TSV)
Of all flights leaving Townsville Airport, 71.52% arrive on time at their destination.
To reach Townsville Airport from central Townsville, it'll take about 10 minutes if you're travelling by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 25 minutes when using public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near TSV? If you're catching an early flight from Townsville Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Townsville Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals to explore Christchurch and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before travelling.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to the centre of Christchurch has a drive time of around 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 Townsville Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Christchurch. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from Townsville 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).
Look for cheap tickets from TSV to CHC in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Dunedin is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No journey is complete without visiting Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
