Travelling from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by working out where you'll board your flight from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport (CHC). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the main airports in Frankfurt.
Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch. The city follows the UTC+13 timezone and is 12 hours ahead of Frankfurt.
Leave enough time to get on your flight from Frankfurt to CHC. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In high season, allow for extended wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Whether you want to discover another city as part of your journey or just have a break, we make it easy to find a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Frankfurt to CHC.
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Frankfurt Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, data shows 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Frankfurt to CHC flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53.13%.
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider booking a hotel near CHC if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
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For the best deal, book your ride around three weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport is R 10,933. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 20,491. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Frankfurt to CHC if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. April is the quietest month to visit Christchurch. July is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your Frankfurt to CHC plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Frankfurt to Christchurch International Airport, browse our range of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to figure out where to begin. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North) are popular attractions which should feature on any good Christchurch itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've experienced Christchurch. Around 306 kilometres away to the south-west, its best attractions include Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
Nelson is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. No journey is complete without seeing Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade.