Flying from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Belfast has a couple of airports where you can kick off your trip. Check out your options for booking a flight from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD).
Christchurch is 13 hours ahead of Belfast. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, which is in the UTC+13 timezone.
Your flight from Belfast to CHC won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak times? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is about 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 2 hours.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
67.55% of flights leaving from Belfast International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
On public transport, you can travel from central Belfast to BHD in about 20 minutes. The airport is roughly 8 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 10 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Belfast to CHC flight, kick back in one of these hotels near George Best Belfast City Airport:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 68.3%.
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you have a late flight from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your luggage at baggage claim and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these options near CHC:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience more of Christchurch and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Belfast to Christchurch International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, Rs290,375 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs385,826. Keep in mind fares may change due to availability at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Belfast to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird rates.
Cheap Belfast to Christchurch International Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares throughout the month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), while July is the busiest. Work out the ideal time to go to Christchurch based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in a Belfast to CHC flight ticket departing in January if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Christchurch right here. Check out these hotels once you've locked in your flight from Belfast to Christchurch International Airport:
Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki and Purau Bay are just the start of the popular attractions to add to your Christchurch travel itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out The Monument Track (North).
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, a visit to Dunedin will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of New Zealand, head for Nelson, roughly 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade are among its highlights.
