Travelling from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Christchurch Airport is located in Christchurch. The city operates on the UTC+13 timezone and is 20 hours ahead of Phoenix.
Give yourself enough time to catch your flight from Phoenix to CHC. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting away during a peak month like March? Busy periods (like spring break and New Year) can easily add another hour at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Phoenix
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Stopovers are a great opportunity to discover a new city or just have a break during your travels. When searching for a cheap flight from Phoenix to CHC, deselect 'Direct flights only' to check out all potential stops. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is one option when you're setting off from Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX).
Travelling from central Phoenix to PHX takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel near Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport has a solid on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from PHX arrive on schedule 80% of the time.
PHX's address is 3400 Sky Harbour Boulevard.
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
With public transport, you can travel from central Phoenix to AZA in about 1 hour 15 minutes. The airport is roughly 32 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 30 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Phoenix to CHC flight, kick back in one of these hotels near Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport:
Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport has earned its reputation for punctuality. 82% of flights departing here arrive right on target.
You'll find AZA at 6033 S. Sossaman Rd..
About Christchurch Airport (CHC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near CHC:
To get the best deal, book your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Phoenix to Christchurch Airport flight.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Christchurch. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
It typically takes 35 minutes to get there using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
At the moment, RM4,839 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is RM3,855. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Phoenix to CHC, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll show you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Phoenix to Christchurch Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
It's time to work out when to book your flight from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport (CHC). March is when most people visit Christchurch. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in December.
Lock in a Phoenix to CHC plane ticket departing in January if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. After booking your flight from Phoenix to Christchurch Airport, browse our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be tricky to know where to start. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are leading attractions which should be on every Christchurch itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch will leave a lasting impression, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres southwest of Christchurch, a visit to Dunedin will keep you on the move. Check out popular attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
Nelson is another must-experience destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. No trip is complete without experiencing Centre of New Zealand, Maitai Esplanade and Tahunanui Beach.
