Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI): what you need to know
During popular months such as July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Don't forget, you may need a visa to enter United Kingdom. Visa regulations vary and travel documentation requirements are always changing. Before locking in your cheap ticket from CHC to EDI, be sure to check with your airline and your destination country's local embassy or consulate for current information.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
$976 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Return flights start at $2,471. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find flight tickets from CHC to EDI if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
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Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Christchurch International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 59 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Got an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays close to CHC:
Arriving at Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near EDI instead:
Getting from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to central Edinburgh
Edinburgh Airport to central Edinburgh is around 31 minutes in a car. It's approximately 14 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
When to fly to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Edinburgh. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edinburgh Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Edinburgh, with temperatures ranging from 9 ºC to 20 ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHC to EDI in January. Temperatures average between -1 ºC and 7 ºC then.
More about Edinburgh
After locking in your flights from CHC to EDI, you'll need to find somewhere to stay in Edinburgh. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this exciting destination:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be hard to work out where to start. Edinburgh Castle, Arthur's Seat and National Museum of Scotland are top attractions which should feature on any good Edinburgh itinerary.
Complete your Edinburgh trip with hotels and a car rental
You've got your cheap ticket to Edinburgh Airport — now it's time to find a place to stay, and perhaps even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the top hotels and car rental deals in Edinburgh.