Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Faleolo Airport (APW): what you need to know
Apia's timezone is UTC+14, which makes Apia one hour ahead of Christchurch.
Your CHC to APW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like February. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport. Here are the top stopovers between CHC and APW:
Auckland Airport
Nadi International Airport
Brisbane Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Faleolo Airport (APW)
At the moment, Rs58,029 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs123,972. Bear in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
It's usually best to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CHC to APW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans are flexible.
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Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
74.2% of flights taking off from Christchurch International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
To get to Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it takes around 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Have an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels near CHC:
Arriving at Faleolo Airport (APW)
Few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal if you've touched down on a late Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport flight. Transit Motel and Sheraton Samoa Beach Resort are great choices near APW.
Venture beyond Apia and discover new places with your own set of wheels. You can pick up a Faleolo Airport rental car from leading providers like Hertz or Budget.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Faleolo Airport about one week before you travel.
Getting from Faleolo Airport (APW) to central Apia
From Faleolo Airport, Apia is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 45 minutes to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Faleolo Airport (APW)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Apia. If you'd like a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Faleolo Airport for March if you want to visit Apia during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 24ºC and 29ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 23ºC and 27ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CHC to APW sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Samoa
Get more out of your Samoa getaway by venturing beyond Apia. About 23 kilometres away to the west, Mulifanua is another exciting city to include in your itinerary. Check off some of its biggest sights like Cape Fatuosofia Beach while you're here.
Your travels through Samoa wouldn't be as memorable without a stop in Solosolo. Utumau'u is one of the highlights in this destination, which is roughly 18 kilometres east of Apia.
