Flying from Houston to Christchurch Airport (CHC): What you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 19 hours ahead of Houston. Christchurch Airport is located in Christchurch.
To ensure you get on your flight from Houston to CHC, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Popular months like July or holiday periods such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean longer queues at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Houston
Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH)
We make it easy to find cheap flights from Houston to CHC with a stopover. To explore the options leaving from Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport (IAH), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between IAH and CHC include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Located around 40 kilometres from the centre of Houston, IAH can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your trip? Stay near Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Whether you've booked an early flight from Houston to Christchurch Airport or prefer not to rush, these hotels are just the thing:
When it comes to Houston George Bush Intercontinental Airport's on-time performance, data shows 79% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
IAH is located at 16930 JFK Boulevard.
Houston Hobby Airport (HOU)
You can arrive at HOU from the centre of Houston in approximately 20 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The ride on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes to travel the 19 kilometres or so.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before your Houston to CHC flight? Relax in a hotel near Houston Hobby Airport before your break officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
79% of flights departing Houston Hobby Airport make it to their destination as expected.
You'll find HOU at 7800 Airport Boulevard.
About Christchurch Airport (CHC)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Houston to Christchurch Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle around three weeks before your Houston to Christchurch Airport flight.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch Airport, central Christchurch is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city centre by car.
Travelling on public transport takes around 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Houston to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
At the moment, R 10,469 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Houston to Christchurch Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 18,440. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Houston to CHC, book ahead. Airlines typically offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Houston to Christchurch Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across every month and then choose the cheapest day.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Houston to CHC.
Bag the best deal on a flight from Houston to Christchurch Airport with the help of the filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest.'
The best time to fly from Houston to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
December is the quietest month for flights from Houston to Christchurch Airport (CHC), while March is the most popular. Work out the ideal time to visit Christchurch based on whether you like a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in a Houston to CHC plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Houston to Christchurch Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Houston to Christchurch Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki and Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat are a couple of top-rated attractions to add to your Christchurch must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
Explore more of New Zealand
Dunedin is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Christchurch. Around 306 kilometres away to the southwest, check out popular attractions including Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
Nelson is another essential stop in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. No journey is complete without visiting Centre of New Zealand, Maitai Esplanade and Tahunanui Beach.
