Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Narita International Airport (NRT): what you need to know
The timezone in Tokyo is UTC+9, which is four hours behind Christchurch.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your CHC to NRT flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as February? School holidays and other high seasons can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between CHC and NRT:
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How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Narita International Airport (NRT)
$446 is currently the best price for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $1,142. These prices can change based on availability.
It's a good idea to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from CHC to NRT. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
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Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
When it comes to Christchurch International Airport's on-time performance, 74.2% of flights complete their journey on time.
To get to Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take about 1 hour if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near CHC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Narita International Airport (NRT)
If you have a late Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be resting not long after at one of these hotels near NRT:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Narita International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Airport Car Hire, JDM Rent a car or Miki Car Hire to explore Tokyo and beyond.
To lock in the lowest price, book your vehicle from Narita International Airport about four weeks before you set off.
Getting from Narita International Airport (NRT) to central Tokyo
You'll find NRT at 成田空港第2PTB(バス), Narita.
Narita International Airport to the centre of Tokyo has a drive time of around 1 hour. It's approximately 64 kilometres away.
When to fly to Narita International Airport (NRT)
July is the busiest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Tokyo in April.
Book your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Narita International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Tokyo during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 26ºC (79ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from CHC to NRT in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of Japan
Tokyo has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of Japan waiting to be explored. Around 31 kilometres south-west of Tokyo, a trip to Yokohama will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Teishoin, Seya Christian Church and Banfukuji.
Around 402 kilometres west of Tokyo, Osaka is another favourite stop in Japan. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Osaka Castle, Dotonbori and Universal Studios Japan.