Travelling from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 12 hours ahead of Madrid.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your MAD to CHC flight.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during a peak period in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is Rs197,519. A return plane ticket right now is Rs362,246. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from MAD to CHC. 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 Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD)
When it comes to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport's on-time performance, data shows 78.23% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Madrid to Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport is around 18 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Expect a journey time of about 35 minutes when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a hassle-free start by staying near MAD. Whether you're taking an early flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider staying in a hotel close to CHC if you're on a late Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Christchurch International Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks in advance.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Christchurch based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your flights from Adolfo Suarez Madrid-Barajas Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
Search for cheap tickets from MAD to CHC in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Dunedin is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without visiting Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
