Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hobart International Airport (HBA): what you need to know
Hobart's timezone is UTC+11, making Hobart two hours behind Christchurch.
To ensure you catch your CHC to HBA flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you want to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between CHC and HBA:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
$265 is the lowest price for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport flight. Return flights start at $751. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CHC to HBA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across every month and score a great deal.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from CHC to HBA.
Select your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Christchurch International Airport, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To reach Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take around 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels close to CHC:
Arriving at Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Consider booking a hotel near HBA if you're catching a late Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Hobart International Airport rental car and explore Hobart and beyond with your own set of wheels. SafeDrive Car Rentals, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Hobart International Airport about four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to central Hobart
Hobart International Airport to central Hobart has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 18 kilometres away.
When to fly to Hobart International Airport (HBA)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport. January is the most popular month to head to Hobart. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Hobart International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Hobart, with temperatures ranging from 9ºC (48ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
August has average temperatures of between 3ºC (37ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF). Look for cheap tickets from CHC to HBA sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Hobart has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Australia waiting to be discovered. About 161 kilometres north of Hobart, a visit to Launceston will fill your itinerary to the brim. Check out popular attractions like City Park, Tamar Island Wetlands and James Boag Brewery Experience.
If there's time to check out another great destination in Australia, consider Burnie, about 225 kilometres north-west of Hobart. Penguin Observation Centre, Burnie Regional Museum and Makers' Workshop are among the biggest draws.