Non-stop flights from Christchurch (CHC)
Christchurch Airport (IATA: CHC, ICAO: NZCH), also known as Christchurch International Airport, is the second largest airport in New Zealand. It is an international airport and serves the area of South Island, New Zealand. Christchurch Airport has non-stop passenger flights scheduled to 25 destinations in 6 countries.
At present, there are 16 domestic flights from Christchurch.
The longest flight from Christchurch CHC is a 4,302 mile (6,923 km) non-stop route to San Francisco SFO. This direct flight takes around 13 hours and 5 minutes and is operated by United Airlines.
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Airlines flying from Christchurch Popular destinations from Christchurch Popular destinations with a stopover Business Class flights Intercontinental flights International flights Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQAirlines flying from Christchurch
In total there are 11 airlines flying from and to Christchurch. Most flights are operated by one of the following carriers:
Popular destinations from Christchurch
Below you can find a list of the most popular destinations from Christchurch, based on the number of scheduled flights for this month.
Popular destinations with a stopover
Aside from all non-stop destinations listed above, these are popular destinations from Christchurch that require a stopover:
Business class flights from Christchurch
There are 5 airports that have flights from Christchurch in Business Class. All airports that offer business class flights from CHC are listed below:
Intercontinental flights from Christchurch
There are intercontinental flights operating from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) between Christchurch and the United States, China, Eastern Asia and South-Eastern Asia.
* Please note that there are no direct services between Christchurch and Europe, Canada, Southern America, Central America, the Caribbean, Africa, the Middle-East, Southern Asia, Japan or Central Asia.
Non-stop flights from Christchurch to the US
United Airlines is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Christchurch to the United States. They fly seasonal to San Francisco (SFO).
Non-stop flights from Christchurch to China
China Southern is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Christchurch to China. They fly seasonal to Guangzhou (CAN).
Non-stop flights from Christchurch to East Asia
Cathay Pacific is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Christchurch to Eastern Asia. They fly seasonal to Hong Kong (HKG).
Non-stop flights from Christchurch to South-East Asia
Singapore Airlines is currently the only airline flying non-stop from Christchurch to South-Eastern Asia. They fly year-round to Singapore (SIN).
International flights from Christchurch
Flights from Christchurch to Australia
There are 4 destinations in Australia that have non-stop flights from Christchurch.
You can fly non-stop to Brisbane with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Qantas (Oneworld).
You can fly non-stop to Gold Coast with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
Non-stop flights to Melbourne are offered by Air New Zealand (Star Alliance), Jetstar and Qantas (Oneworld).
Non-stop flights to Sydney are offered by Air New Zealand (Star Alliance), Emirates and Qantas (Oneworld).
Flights from Christchurch to China
Guangzhou is the only destination in China with direct flights from Christchurch. Direct flights to Guangzhou are offered by China Southern. This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Christchurch to Fiji
In Fiji, the only destination that has a direct flight from Christchurch is Nadi. Direct flights to Nadi are offered by Fiji Airways.
Flights from Christchurch to Hong Kong
There is 1 destination in Hong Kong that has a direct connection from Christchurch, which is Hong Kong. Direct flights to Hong Kong are offered by Cathay Pacific (Oneworld). This is a seasonal route that starts in October and ends in March.
Flights from Christchurch to Singapore
In Singapore, the only destination that has a direct flight from Christchurch is Singapore. Direct flights to Singapore are offered by Singapore Airlines (Star Alliance).
Flights from Christchurch to United States
San Francisco is the only destination in United States with direct flights from Christchurch. Direct flights to San Francisco are offered by United Airlines (Star Alliance). This is a seasonal route that starts in December and ends in March.
Domestic flights from Christchurch
Flights from Christchurch to New Zealand
There are lots of domestic flights from Christchurch (CHC). 16 airports in New Zealand have direct flights from the airport.
You can fly non-stop to Auckland with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
The only airline with direct flights to Blenheim is Sounds Air.
All direct flights from Christchurch to Dunedin, Hamilton, Hokitika, Invercargill, Napier / Hastings, Nelson, New Plymouth, Palmerston North, Queenstown, Rotorua and Tauranga are operated by Air New Zealand (Star Alliance).
The only airline with direct flights to Waitangi is Air Chathams.
You can fly non-stop from Christchurch to Wanaka with Sounds Air.
You can fly non-stop to Wellington with Air New Zealand (Star Alliance) or Jetstar.
Alternative airports near Christchurch
There are two alternative airports to Christchurch (CHC) within a range of 125 miles (200 km), which are Timaru (TIU) and Hokitika (HKK).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Christchurch?
There is 1 airport in Christchurch: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
What is the best airport to fly from Christchurch?
The most convenient airport to fly from Christchurch is Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
How many airlines fly from Christchurch?
There are 11 airlines flying from Christchurch to 25 airports around the world, as of April 2024.
Which airlines fly from Christchurch?
Air New Zealand, Jetstar and Qantas operate most flights from Christchurch. To get a full overview of all operating airlines, please use the airline filter.
Which alliances are flying from Christchurch?
Star Alliance and Oneworld are currently the only two alliances that operate flights from Christchurch.
How many nonstop flights are there from Christchurch?
There are roughly 5,369 flights departing from Christchurch every month (or 1,253 flights each week), to a total of 25 airports worldwide.
What is the official name of Christchurch Airport?
The official name of Christchurch Airport is Christchurch International Airport.
What is the airport code of Christchurch Airport?
The airport code of Christchurch Airport is CHC.
What are the most popular flights from Christchurch?
Auckland, Wellington and Nelson are the 3 most popular routes from Christchurch. For a complete overview of all flight routes from Christchurch, please use our flight map.
How long is the flight from Christchurch?
| Christchurch to Auckland | 1h 25m |
| Christchurch to Wellington | 50m |
| Christchurch to Nelson | 55m |
| Christchurch to Dunedin | 1h 5m |
| Christchurch to Invercargill | 1h 25m |
