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CHC Christchurch International Airport

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Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is an airport serving Christchurch, New Zealand.

· 71 departures on the board
  • 12:00
    NZ542
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D17
    On time
  • 12:40
    NZ5751
    Dunedin(DUD)
    Gate D9
    On time
  • 12:45
    NZ5655
    Queenstown International(ZQN)
    Gate D11
    On time
  • 12:55
    JQ246
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D21
    On time
  • 13:05
    NZ5848
    Nelson(NSN)
    Gate D15
    On time
  • 13:05
    FJ450
    Nandi(NAN)
    Gate I34
    On time
  • 13:15
    NZ5356
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D8
    On time
  • 13:25
    NZ5176
    Palmerston North(PMR)
    Gate D7
    On time
  • 13:35
    NZ5774
    NAPIER(NPE)
    Gate D6
    On time
  • 13:40
    NZ5802
    Tauranga(TRG)
    Gate D9
    On time
  • 13:50
    JQ236
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D22
    On time
  • 14:00
    NZ5360
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D11
    On time

About CHC Airport

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) serves as the main gateway to Christchurch and the South Island of New Zealand, operating a single combined passenger terminal with domestic and international piers. It is a hub for Air New Zealand and a base for regional carriers such as Jetstar and Sounds Air, offering frequent services to Auckland, Wellington, Queenstown, and popular Australian destinations like Sydney and Melbourne. Helpful for travelers, the airport provides an online flight board showing real-time arrivals and departures, ground transport links, car hire and passenger facilities.

How do I get to and from Christchurch International Airport?

Christchurch Airport is served by a mix of options: shuttle and airport coach services link the terminal with the city centre and surrounding towns, while local buses provide public transport connections. Taxis and ride‑hailing apps operate from outside the terminal for direct trips. The airport has on‑site car hire desks and short- and long‑term parking areas for private vehicles, with road access via main arterial routes.

How do the terminals work at Christchurch International Airport?

The airport has a single, compact terminal handling both domestic and international flights. Check‑in desks and baggage drop are arranged by airline; international departures have separate immigration and customs processing. Domestic gates are within the same building but past separate security screening areas. Transfers between flights are straightforward; allow time to move between check‑in, security and the departure lounges.

Tips for flying from Christchurch International Airport

Aim to arrive early for international flights to allow time for check‑in, baggage drop, immigration and security, and a bit more during peak holiday periods. Keep travel documents and passport accessible for border control. Familiarise yourself with seasonal weather that can affect travel times, and allow extra time for road congestion or shuttle schedules when commuting to or from the airport.

Frequently asked questions

The IATA airport code for Christchurch International Airport is CHC.

The ICAO code for Christchurch International Airport is NZCH.

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is located in Christchurch, New Zealand.

The local time zone at Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is Pacific/Auckland (GMT+12).

About 202 scheduled departures were counted at Christchurch International Airport (CHC) when flight schedules were last measured on July 19, 2026.

For international flights, arrive at least 3 hours before departure; for domestic flights, about 2 hours.

Based on the current departures board at Christchurch International Airport (CHC), scheduled flights are operated by Air New Zealand, Jetstar Airways, Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways, and Emirates.

Destinations on the current departures board at Christchurch International Airport (CHC) include Auckland, Wellington, Nelson, Dunedin, Palmerston North, and Tauranga.

The board on this page shows arrivals and departures for Christchurch International Airport (CHC). It re-checks for updates while the page is open, and every board states how old its data is — busy hubs are refreshed within hours, quieter airports less often.

CHC Airport
Christchurch International Airport
Christchurch, New Zealand · GMT+12

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