Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Perth Airport (PER): what you need to know
Perth is five hours behind Christchurch and is in the UTC+8 timezone.
To ensure you catch your CHC to PER flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
During popular months like February, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during a peak period in general.
If you'd like to break up your flight, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between CHC and PER:
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Perth Airport (PER)
At the moment, R 4,448 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 9,820. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's often best to book in advance if you want to get cheap tickets from CHC to PER. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport across the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CHC to PER.
Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
74.2% of flights that depart Christchurch International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Central Christchurch to Christchurch International Airport is around 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 1 hour to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to CHC? If you're boarding an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Perth Airport (PER)
If you're arriving on a late Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near PER:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Perth Airport rental car. Book your wheels from SafeDrive Car Rentals, City Centre Car Rentals or No birds and find adventure across Perth and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Perth Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Perth Airport (PER) to central Perth
From Perth Airport, Perth is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to reach the centre by car.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 30 minutes.
When to fly to Perth Airport (PER)
The quietest month for a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Perth based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Perth Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Perth, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 35ºC (95ºF).
August sees average temperatures of between 8ºC (46ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CHC to PER sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
You've seen Perth, now it's time to discover more of Australia. Journey around 40 kilometres south to Rockingham to check off its leading attractions. From Penguin Island to The Catalpa Memorial and Point Peron, your itinerary will be busy.
Mandurah is another standout destination in Australia and is around 64 kilometres south of Perth. No journey is complete without visiting Emma Blyth Gallery, Dolphin Quay and Len Howard Conservation Park.