Travelling from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is 11 hours 15 minutes.
Christchurch is five hours ahead of Hong Kong and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your HKG to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like April. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Flying into Christchurch (and then discovering more of New Zealand!) is easy with Cathay Pacific. This popular airline offers direct flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Cathay Pacific on this route.
Cathay Pacific is the most punctual carrier that operates HKG to CHC flights. A reliable 84.0% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between HKG and CHC include:
Auckland Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
R 6,828 is the lowest price for a one-way Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 13,050. These prices can change based on availability.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from HKG to CHC.
May is the cheapest month for flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.
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Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
The address for HKG is 1 Cheong Hong Rd.
When it comes to Hong Kong International Airport's on-time performance, 73.04% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Central Hong Kong to Hong Kong International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to HKG:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience the lesser-explored corners of Christchurch and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Christchurch based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Lock in your flights from Hong Kong International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HKG to CHC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be explored after you've seen Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, Dunedin is another essential stop in New Zealand. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.