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Airports near Christchurch (CHC)
8 airports within driving distance of Christchurch International Airport. Flying from an alternate airport is the single easiest way to cut your fare — our agents compare them all on one call.
| Airport | Distance | Fly from here | Live board |
|---|---|---|---|
TIU — Timaru Airport Timaru, New Zealand | 86 mi (138 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
KBZ — Kaikoura Airport Kaikoura, New Zealand | 91 mi (147 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
HKK — Hokitika Airfield Hokitika, New Zealand | 95 mi (152 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
MON — Mount Cook Airport Mount Cook, New Zealand | 121 mi (196 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
GTN — Glentanner Airport Glentanner, New Zealand | 123 mi (199 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
OAM — Oamaru Airport Oamaru, New Zealand | 125 mi (201 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
WSZ — Westport Airport Westport, New Zealand | 130 mi (210 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
TWZ — Pukaki Airport Pukaki, New Zealand | 131 mi (211 km) | Search fares | Departures & arrivals |
Frequently asked questions
What airports are near Christchurch?
Besides Christchurch International Airport (CHC), travelers can use Timaru Airport (TIU, 86 mi), Kaikoura Airport (KBZ, 91 mi), Hokitika Airfield (HKK, 95 mi), Mount Cook Airport (MON, 121 mi) and others — all within driving distance.
Is it cheaper to fly from an alternate airport?
Often yes. Fares between nearby airports on the same route regularly differ by $100 or more, especially around holidays. Low-cost carriers also tend to favor secondary airports.
How do I compare fares across all airports near Christchurch at once?
Call CheapoTrav — an agent compares every departure airport near Christchurch plus unpublished phone-only fares in one call, free, with no booking fees.