Travelling from Montreal to Christchurch Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Christchurch Airport is located in Christchurch. The city follows the UTC+13 timezone and is 18 hours ahead of Montreal.
Give yourself plenty of time to catch your flight from Montreal to CHC. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Popular months like July or other peak seasons mean longer queues and potential delays. Stay ahead of the crowds by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
The journey from central Montreal to YUL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Montreal-Trudeau International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Montreal to Christchurch Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping conveniently close to check-in:
Of the flights that depart from Montreal-Trudeau International Airport, 65% land on schedule at their destination.
YUL's address is 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
Montreal Metropolitan Airport (YHU)
YHU is about 23 kilometres from central Montreal. It'll take 25 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Montreal to CHC flight? Relax in a hotel near Montreal Metropolitan Airport before your trip officially begins. Here's where you can stay:
About Christchurch Airport (CHC)
Reserve a hotel close to CHC if you have a late flight from Montreal to Christchurch Airport. Select one of these options and get some sleep sooner:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Christchurch Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and discover more of Christchurch and beyond.
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Montreal to Christchurch Airport flight can help you lock in a great deal.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch Airport, central Christchurch is around 11 kilometres away. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre by car.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Montreal to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Montreal to Christchurch Airport is $1,211. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $2,590. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to walk away with cheap flights from Montreal to CHC if you book early. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird deals.
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The best time to fly from Montreal to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
Think about the kind of holiday you want when deciding when to fly. September is the quietest month to visit Christchurch. March is when most people book flights from Montreal to Christchurch Airport (CHC), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Lock in a Montreal to CHC plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from Montreal to Christchurch Airport in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Christchurch
When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Christchurch right here. Check out these hotels after locking in your flight from Montreal to Christchurch Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to know where to begin. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Purau Bay are popular attractions which should be on any well-planned Christchurch itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've seen Christchurch, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 306 kilometres southwest to Dunedin to check off its must-visit sights. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Nelson is another sought-after destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. No journey is complete without seeing Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade.