Flying from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
3 hours 26 minutes is the average duration of a direct flight from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Christchurch is 3 hours ahead of Brisbane and operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
Each week, there are 21 flights from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To take off early, take the 06:10 Air New Zealand flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last departure from BNE to CHC is 19:25 with Qantas.
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
Travelling to Christchurch (and exploring more of New Zealand!) is simple with Qantas. This popular carrier has direct flights from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
If you'd like a stopover for your flight from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the popular stopovers between BNE and CHC:
Queenstown Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Wellington International Airport
Before booking your cheap ticket from BNE to CHC, check if you need a visa to enter New Zealand. Visa and travel document requirements can differ and are updated often. For the latest information, contact the nearest consulate or embassy of the country you're flying to.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport is 155 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 260 €. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
Book 3 months before you want to travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from BNE to CHC.
November is the cheapest month for tickets from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices across every month.
Snapping up a cheap ticket from BNE to CHC is straightforward with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as the price has fallen.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
Located around 21 kilometres from central Brisbane, Brisbane Airport can be reached in approximately 23 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour and 40 minutes.
Want a convenient hotel close to BNE? If you're on an early flight from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider booking a hotel close to CHC if you're taking a late flight from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is about 59 minutes.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Christchurch based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with the temperature ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Brisbane Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap tickets from BNE to CHC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
After locking in your flights from BNE to CHC, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Christchurch. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:
Christchurch has loads of things to keep you entertained, starting with Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden. Little River Rail Station is another attraction you have to check out.
Complete your Christchurch trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Christchurch International Airport — next on the list is finding a place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Christchurch.