Travelling from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 12 hours ahead of Amsterdam.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your AMS to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Opt for a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to look at your options for tickets from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport. Changi International Airport is a top stopover on the AMS to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, R 10,215 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 23,723. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you're looking for cheap tickets from AMS to CHC. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS)
When it comes to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol's on-time performance, 67.93% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Amsterdam Airport Schiphol from central Amsterdam, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 23 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 1 hour 5 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near AMS. Whether you've booked an early flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you're coming in on a late Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near CHC:
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 popular outlets to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks before you travel.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Christchurch based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Lock in your flight from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to visit Christchurch during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from AMS to CHC sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've seen Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Dunedin is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without dropping by Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.