Travelling from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 17 hours ahead of Ottawa.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your YOW to CHC flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Currently, R 14,448 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 27,812. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from YOW to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
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Handy information about Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
You'll find YOW at 50 Airport Road.
When it comes to Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 58.21% of flights complete their journey on time.
To reach Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport from central Ottawa, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Taking public transport? Expect a trip time of around 45 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these hotels near YOW:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider booking a hotel near CHC if you have a late Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Pick up a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are popular providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport to central Christchurch has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 56 kilometres away.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to visit 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 Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport to Christchurch International Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from YOW to CHC sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Christchurch, now it's time to explore more of New Zealand. Journey around 322 kilometres north-east to Wellington to tick off its top attractions. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, your itinerary will be busy.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key highlights.