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CHC Christchurch International Airport

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· 52 arrivals on the board
  • 13:49
    12:55
    NZ5625
    Hamilton(HLZ)
    Gate D15
    Baggage claim
  • 14:10
    14:25
    QF133
    Brisbane(BNE)
    Gate I34
    On time
  • 14:10
    NZ5357
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D9
    On time
  • 14:29
    14:25
    NZ543
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D19
    On time
  • 14:45
    14:35
    JQ233
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D22
    On time
  • 15:00
    14:45
    QF167
    Melbourne(MEL)
    Gate I26
    On time
  • 15:25
    NZ5752
    Dunedin(DUD)
    Gate D12
    On time
  • 15:25
    15:30
    NZ5783
    Rotorua(ROT)
    Gate D14
    On time
  • 15:30
    15:25
    QF137
    Sydney(SYD)
    Gate I27
    On time
  • 15:30
    NZ5843
    Nelson(NSN)
    Gate D8
    On time
  • 15:45
    JQ235
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D21
    On time
  • 15:45
    NZ5648
    Queenstown International(ZQN)
    Gate D11
    On time
  • 15:45
    15:25
    NZ547
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D19
    Delayed by 20m
  • 16:00
    NZ5379
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D9
    On time
  • 16:37
    16:25
    JQ171
    Melbourne(MEL)
    Gate I29
    On time
  • 16:50
    NZ5185
    Palmerston North(PMR)
    Gate D12
    On time
  • 17:10
    NZ5369
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D11
    On time
  • 17:35
    NZ555
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D20
    On time
  • 17:35
    JQ237
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D21
    On time
  • 17:40
    NZ656
    Queenstown International(ZQN)
    Gate D18
    On time
  • 18:00
    NZ5777
    NAPIER(NPE)
    Gate D14
    On time
  • 18:10
    NZ5714
    Invercargill(IVC)
    Gate D8
    On time
  • 18:10
    NZ5809
    Tauranga(TRG)
    Gate D9
    On time
  • 18:20
    NZ5837
    Hokitika(HKK)
    Gate D6
    On time
  • 18:25
    NZ325
    Hamilton(HLZ)
    Gate D17
    On time
  • 18:30
    NZ5763
    New Plymouth(NPL)
    Gate D5
    On time
  • 18:40
    NZ5853
    Nelson(NSN)
    Gate D12
    On time
  • 19:10
    NZ377
    Wellington(WLG)
    Gate D19
    On time
  • 19:25
    NZ563
    Auckland(AKL)
    Gate D17
    On time
  • 19:55
    NZ5716
    Invercargill(IVC)
    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.

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.

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Christchurch International Airport
Christchurch, New Zealand · GMT+12

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