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Which airlines fly from Christchurch to Tokyo?
There are no direct flights from Christchurch to Tokyo. Airlines that fly to Tokyo Haneda or Narita airport with 1 layover are:
- Air New Zealand (via Auckland or Sydney)
- ANA (via Sydney)
- China Southern (via Guangzhou)
- Qantas (via Melbourne or Sydney)
- Singapore Airlines (via Singapore)
More airlines fly this route with 2 stops on the way.
Is there a time difference between Christchurch and Tokyo?
Tokyo is 3 hours behind Christchurch if you're travelling between April and September, but 4 hours behind from October to March due to DST.
What is the weather like in Tokyo?
Tokyo is a few degrees warmer than Christchurch for most of the year, but has slightly colder winters. August is the warmest month, with an average temperature of 26°C, but most people prefer to travel in the spring (March to April) to catch the cherry blossoms or autumn (October to November) for the colourful foliage.
How expensive is Tokyo?
Essential travel information for Tokyo
- New Zealand passport holders can stay in Japan for up to 90 days without a visa.
- Tokyo has the reputation of being an expensive city, but that's not always the case. Read Skyscanner's tips for seeing Tokyo on a budget.
Departing from Christchurch
Christchurch Airport (CHC) has a single terminal handling both domestic and international flights. You should aim to be at the airport 3 hours before international flights or 1 hour early if you're making a domestic connection in Auckland.
On entering the terminal, check in for your flight to Tokyo on the ground floor to get your boarding pass. Security screening, departure gates and most airport facilities are found upstairs, including shops, lounges and a large food court serving a wide range of international dishes.
Arriving in Tokyo
Flights from Christchurch may arrive at either of Tokyo's airports:
- Tokyo Haneda Airport (HND)
- Tokyo Narita Airport (NRT)
Haneda is closer to central Tokyo (14km), with much cheaper ground transport. Train tickets start from 360 yen with a travel time of 23 minutes to Tokyo Station.
Narita is 60km from the city centre. The cheapest way to get to the city is by bus, with tickets starting from 1000 yen and a travel time of 80 minutes. Trains are faster, but more expensive.
Return flights from Tokyo to Christchurch
Be sure to check your flight booking so you know which airport your Tokyo to Christchurch flight departs from. By the time you arrive at the wrong airport, it could be too late to correct the mistake.
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Please note: all information is correct as of April 2019.
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