Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Manchester Airport (MAN): what you need to know
Manchester is 13 hours behind Christchurch and is in the UTC+0 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 board your CHC to MAN flight.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
Pick a stopover if you'd like to break up your flight. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport. Hong Kong International Airport is a top stopover on the CHC to MAN route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Manchester Airport (MAN)
Right now, R 8,273 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 23,172. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from CHC to MAN, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when looking for a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from CHC to MAN by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Lock in the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
74.2% of flights that take off from Christchurch International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Central Christchurch to Christchurch International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Catching an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to CHC:
Arriving at Manchester Airport (MAN)
If you're coming in on a late Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near MAN:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Manchester Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Green Motion, Drivalia or Surprice and find adventure across Manchester and beyond.
Booking your ride from Manchester Airport about four weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Manchester Airport (MAN) to central Manchester
From Manchester Airport, Manchester is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour 5 minutes.
When to fly to Manchester Airport (MAN)
The quietest month for a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport is January, while August is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit Manchester based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Manchester Airport for July if you want to go to Manchester during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 9ºC (48ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CHC to MAN sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is just one of the many places in United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've seen Manchester. Around 257 kilometres away to the south-east, its best attractions include Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace.
Around 113 kilometres south of Manchester, Birmingham is another favourite stop in United Kingdom. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.