Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 12 hours ahead of Munich.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Get to the airport on time to catch your MUC to CHC flight.
During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a high season in general.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Many passengers pass through Changi International Airport when flying between MUC and CHC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, Rs222,735 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is Rs442,662. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from MUC to CHC, book early. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
When it comes to Franz Josef Strauss Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.34% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Munich to Franz Josef Strauss Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 40 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MUC? If you're boarding an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider staying in a hotel near CHC if you're on a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Christchurch and beyond.
Booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
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 get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the busiest month for flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Christchurch in April.
Book your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to go to Christchurch during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from MUC to CHC in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. About 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a visit to Wellington will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're eager to discover another great destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key reasons to visit.
