Flying from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours 30 minutes.
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Guangzhou.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to board your CAN to CHC flight.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
China Southern offers direct flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Christchurch — and maybe even more of New Zealand if you have time.
Most passengers choose to travel with China Southern on this route.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance for CAN to CHC flights is China Southern.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between CAN and CHC:
Sydney Airport
Brisbane Airport
Auckland International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Guangzhou Airport (CAN) to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport flight is $548. A round-trip ticket right now is $1,053. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Get cheap tickets from CAN to CHC by booking at least four months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for September. That's the cheapest month for flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Choose your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport.
Handy information about Guangzhou Airport (CAN)
The address for CAN is Airport W Ave.
Guangzhou Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 85% of flights that depart CAN arrive at their destination as scheduled.
To reach Guangzhou Airport from central Guangzhou, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 27 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 35 minutes.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near CAN. Whether you're catching an early flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Christchurch Airport (CHC)
If you're arriving on a late Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these accommodation options near CHC:
Pick up a Christchurch Airport rental car and discover Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes homes, Discount Car Rentals and mode homes are popular providers to choose from here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Christchurch Airport about three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch Airport is roughly 11 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
When to fly to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Christchurch. If you like a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF). Book your flights from Guangzhou Airport to Christchurch Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CAN to CHC sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
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, Wellington Botanic Gardens and Weta Workshop.
Dunedin is another favourite destination in New Zealand and is around 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. No trip is complete without experiencing Dunedin Botanic Garden, Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay.