Travelling from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
When looking for a flight from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), there's a good range of airports you can jet off from. Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF) are some of Toronto's main options.
Christchurch is 17 hours ahead of Toronto. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Toronto to CHC, allow plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
During popular months like August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during high season in general.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Travelling from central Toronto to YYZ takes about 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 27 kilometres in 26 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Have an early flight from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to Pearson International Airport:
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
Break up your flight from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport with a stop at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). One of the main stopovers between Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport and CHC, it's a good opportunity to unwind before the next leg of your journey.
YTZ is around 3 kilometres from central Toronto. It takes 35 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 39 minutes.
It's your holiday, so why not enjoy an extra night away from home? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport the day before your flight from Toronto to CHC:
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. With your own car rental or if you take a cab, the drive is around 59 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Pick up a one-way ticket from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport from $2,014 or travel return from just $2,266. Fares listed are subject to change and may differ when you make your booking.
To find flight tickets from Toronto to CHC, book early. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
July is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport. To escape the crowds, travel to Christchurch in April when it's quieter.
Before locking in your flight from Toronto to CHC, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with temperatures ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Search for cheap flights from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
After locking in your flight from Toronto to Christchurch International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Christchurch:
Begin your Christchurch sightseeing adventures at must-visit attractions like Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden and Little River Rail Station.
Complete your Christchurch trip with a car rental
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