Non-stop flights to Timaru (TIU)
Richard Pearse Airport is a small airport in New Zealand. It is a domestic airport. There is only one airport that has a direct flight to Timaru. Currently, there is one domestic flight to Timaru.
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All direct flights to Timaru Top 200 flights with a stopover Airlines flying to Timaru Best time to visit Timaru Domestic flights Alternative airports FAQThis month, there are 31 flights arriving at Timaru Airport, which are 7 flights per week or 1 flights per day.
The only flight to Timaru TIU is departing from Wellington (WLG). This non-stop flight takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes and covers a distance of 273 miles (439 km).
List of all direct flights to Timaru
Below you can find a list of all cities and countries that have direct flights to Timaru, ordered by popularity.
Top 200 flights with a stopover
This list contains the 200 most popular airports from which flights depart that require just one stopover to get to Timaru.
Airlines flying to Timaru
The only airline that flies to Timaru is Air New Zealand.
What is the best time to visit Timaru?
🌊 🌧️ Oceanic / Maritime
Timaru is an oceanic/maritime destination, known for its mild summer temperatures, which are usually between 15°C and 25°C (59°F to 77°F). The winters here are refreshingly cool, without the harshness of freezing temperatures. Visitors can enjoy the green surroundings and plenty of outdoor adventures in the nearby areas, making it an excellent choice for those who enjoy temperate weather.
The best time to visit Timaru is during the summer months, spanning from November to February. During this period, visitors can expect pleasant to warm temperatures, while rainfall tends to occur more frequently in the autumn and winter months, from March to August.
International flights to Timaru
Currently there are no international flights to Timaru. The only flights to Timaru are domestic flights within New Zealand. To get to Timaru from another country you will need a flight with a stopover through Wellington.
Domestic flights to Timaru
Flights from New Zealand to Timaru
There is just one domestic flight to Timaru, which is between Timaru and Wellington. From Wellington, direct flights are offered by Air New Zealand (Star Alliance).
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Alternative airports near Timaru
Flying to an alternative airport near Timaru could give you other options to reach your destination. For example, the possibility to fly with a different airline or alliance, or finding a cheaper airfare. For this reason, alternative airports near to Timaru (TIU) are listed below. The closest alternative airports are Christchurch (CHC) and Hokitika (HKK).
Frequently asked questions - FAQ
How many airports are there in Timaru?
There is 1 airport in Timaru: Richard Pearse Airport (TIU).
What is the best airport to fly into Timaru?
The most convenient airport to fly into Timaru is Richard Pearse Airport (TIU).
How many airlines fly to Timaru?
There is 1 airline flying to Timaru, which is Air New Zealand, as of March 2026.
Which airlines fly to Timaru?
Air New Zealand is the only airline flying to Timaru.
Which alliances are flying to Timaru?
Star Alliance is currently the only alliance flying to Timaru.
How many nonstop flights are there to Timaru?
There are roughly 31 flights arriving at Timaru every month (or 7 flights each week), from a total of 1 airports - all within New Zealand.
What is the official name of Timaru Airport?
The official name of Timaru Airport is Richard Pearse Airport.
What is the airport code of Timaru Airport?
The airport code of Timaru Airport is TIU.
What are the most popular flights to Timaru?
Wellington is the only airport with a direct connection to Timaru.
How long is the flight to Timaru?
| Wellington to Timaru | 1h 15m |
