Flying from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know
You can choose from a few airports when organising your flight from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC). Check out your options for taking off from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI).
Christchurch is 17 hours ahead of Washington DC. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, which runs on the UTC+13 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Washington DC to CHC. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
In peak travel periods, expect extended wait times and arrive earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from Washington DC to CHC even cheaper with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find cities that could split up the flight. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is an option when flying out of Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
DCA is about 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 45 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Ronald Reagan National Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
76.44% of flights that leave from Ronald Reagan National Airport reach their destination on schedule.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about building a stopover into your journey at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). It's a popular transfer point for flights from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) departing Washington Dulles International Airport.
You can reach IAD from the centre of Washington DC in approximately 50 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 74.39%. This figure highlights how frequently flights departing from this airport arrive on time.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Whether just for a couple of hours or several days, a stopover can make your journey feel a little more stress-free. When jetting out of Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), you can book a plane ticket from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) with a stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
The trip to BWI from the centre of Washington DC is around 1 hour 30 minutes by public transport. If you're planning to travel by car, it'll take you about 50 minutes to cover the 48 kilometres or so.
Take the uncertainty out of departure day — stay near Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and know you'll reach your boarding gate with time to spare. Get comfy at one of these hotels the day before if you've booked an early Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport flight:
The on-time performance record of BWI is 77.13%. In other words, that's how often flights departing this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Have a late flight from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near CHC and get cosy, quick:
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Booking your vehicle around three weeks in advance of your Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport is R 9,088. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 18,345. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Washington DC to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some great early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport (CHC). July is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you like things a bit more low-key, head there in April.
Book a Washington DC to CHC plane ticket departing in January if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport in July when temperatures are between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF).
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Christchurch International Airport, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
There are plenty of fantastic things to do in Christchurch when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick off your itinerary at Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki followed by Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North).
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 306 kilometres south-west of Christchurch, a trip to Dunedin will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.
If you want to check out another great destination in New Zealand, consider Nelson, roughly 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade are the start of reasons to visit.
