Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Vancouver: what you need to know
The timezone in Vancouver is UTC-7. The city is 20 hours behind Christchurch, where Christchurch International Airport is located.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CHC to Vancouver flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good rule for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book flight tickets from CHC to Vancouver with a stopover. To see all the options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Major stopovers include:
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
Central Christchurch to CHC is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to reach there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
In search of a hotel near CHC? If you're boarding an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Of all flights departing from Christchurch International Airport, 74.2% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Vancouver
₹ 42,203 is currently the best price for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver flight. A return flight ticket starts from ₹ 89,894. These fares can change based on availability.
To find cheap flights from CHC to Vancouver, book as early as possible. Airlines generally offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you have flexibility with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll find the cheapest price across each month when searching for your Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver ticket.
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Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to the centre of Vancouver takes about 25 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 14 kilometres away.
If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 35 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with a Vancouver International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty or Avis and discover more of Vancouver and beyond.
For the best deal, book your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from CHC to Vancouver.
Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH)
The centre of Vancouver is around 2 kilometres from Vancouver Harbour Sea Plane Base Airport (CXH). After your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver has touched down and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 5 minutes.
Travelling by public transport will take around 15 minutes.
Following your CHC to Vancouver flight, unwind at a hotel close to CXH. These are some great accommodation options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Pick the vehicle you actually want, not just what's left over, by securing your ride from CXH ahead of your arrival. You'll also avoid paying extra, especially when the airport is busy.
Abbotsford Airport (YXX)
Hop off your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver and head for your hotel or start discovering the city right away. The centre of Vancouver is around 64 kilometres from Abbotsford Airport (YXX) and typically takes 1 hour to reach by car.
The journey takes around 1 hour 30 minutes if you use public transport.
Enjoy a more relaxed start to your trip by checking in to a hotel near YXX after your CHC to Vancouver flight. Recover from a day of travel or just give yourself time to find your footing in a new city at:
Begin your travels without stressing about how to arrive at your destination with an Abbotsford Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with trusted companies here like Hertz, Thrifty and Enterprise.
If you're after a specific model or make, lock in your ride from YXX about one week before your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver. This improves your chances of getting the car you want, along with a better price.
Best time to go to Vancouver
Before securing your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in Vancouver offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty to do, while low season means you'll get cheaper hotel deals and smaller crowds.
Book a Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver flight ticket with a departure in August if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CHC to Vancouver in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -1ºC and 7ºC on average.
More about Vancouver
After booking your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Vancouver, choose a hotel that puts you right where the action is. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Vancouver:
Granville Island and Stanley Park are a couple of major attractions to put on your Vancouver to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Science World.
Explore more of Canada
Kelowna is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be discovered after you've seen Vancouver. Around 274 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Kasugai Japanese Garden, Waterfront Park and Mary Ann Collinson Memorial Park.
Kamloops is another well-known destination in Canada and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Vancouver. No journey is complete without experiencing Riverside Park, Kamloops Art Gallery and BIG Little Science Centre.