Travelling from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 40 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Christchurch's timezone is UTC+13, which is the same as Napier-Hastings.
Each week, there are 27 Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport flights. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, pick the 06:30 Air New Zealand flight. If you're eager to make the most of your time before you fly, the latest flight is at 17:10 with Air New Zealand.
Give yourself enough time to make your NPE to CHC flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You'll likely experience longer lines in popular months like March. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to exploring Christchurch (and maybe even some other great parts of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport offered by this popular airline.
Most travellers choose to fly with Air New Zealand on this route.
Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier offering NPE to CHC flights, with 78.29% of its services landing on time.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Many passengers pass through Wellington International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is R 1,251. A return ticket right now is R 3,617. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from NPE to CHC, book your trip 11 months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
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Handy information about Hawkes Bay Airport (NPE)
71.6% of flights departing from Hawkes Bay Airport land at their destination on time.
To get to Hawkes Bay Airport from central Napier-Hastings, it takes about 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 6 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey when using public transport typically takes 45 minutes.
Looking for a handy hotel close to NPE? If you're catching an early flight from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you're getting in on a late Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting soon after at one of these hotels near CHC:
Go where the road takes you with a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and experience more of Christchurch and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of about 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the busiest month for flights from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To skip the crowds, go to Christchurch in April.
Book your flight from Hawkes Bay Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you want to go to Christchurch during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from NPE to CHC in July. Temperatures average 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 experienced Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, check out popular attractions including 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. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
