Flying from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know
There are a couple of main airports you can start your trip from in Istanbul. Check out your options departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) or Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW) when organising your flight from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
Christchurch is ten hours ahead of Istanbul. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Istanbul to CHC. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Peak travel periods mean busier airports, so plan to arrive even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stick to your schedule.
Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to break up your trip and possibly even tour another city. When searching for cheap flights from Istanbul to CHC departing from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST), uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to find out where you can visit along the way. Top options include:
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
The journey from central Istanbul to IST takes around 1 hour 45 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or take a cab, you'll cover the 48 kilometres in 50 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Istanbul Ataturk Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will put you just around the corner from the terminal:
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
SAW is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. It takes 55 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Got a crack-of-dawn departure? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Sabiha Gokcen International Airport the day before your Istanbul to CHC flight:
76.93% of flights taking off from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport arrive according to schedule.
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport. Get comfy at one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are popular outlets to choose from here.
Booking your ride around three weeks in advance of your Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport is Rs173,791. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs322,552. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Istanbul to CHC. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend on your ticket.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport ticket.
There's no need to search every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on flight tickets from Istanbul to CHC.
Tailor your travel plans using filters. Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport.
The best time to fly from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Picture the kind of break you want when deciding when to fly. April is the quietest month to go to Christchurch. July is when most people book flights from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more excitement.
Book an Istanbul to CHC flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport in July when temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Istanbul to Christchurch International Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North) are leading attractions which should be on any well-planned Christchurch itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Christchurch, now it's time to explore other parts of New Zealand. Journey around 306 kilometres south-west to Dunedin to check off its leading attractions. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch, Nelson is another essential stop in New Zealand. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade.
