Flying from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is 16 hours ahead of Halifax and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YHZ to CHC flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as August. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
How to find the cheapest flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is Rs249,407. A round-trip plane ticket is currently Rs508,383. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YHZ to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some terrific early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest prices across each month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Halifax Stanfield International Airport, 56.27% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
Halifax Stanfield International Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Halifax. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to YHZ:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own set of wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are top outlets you can book with here.
Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to the centre of Christchurch has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the most popular month for flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Christchurch in April.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Halifax Stanfield International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YHZ to CHC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you want to check out another major stop 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 highlights.
