Travelling from Seattle to Christchurch Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Christchurch is 21 hours ahead of Seattle. Christchurch Airport is located in Christchurch, which operates on the UTC+13 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your flight from Seattle to CHC.
Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise idea.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Whether you'd like to explore a new place along the way or just take a break, we make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options leaving from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Seattle to CHC.
SEA is about 23 kilometres from central Seattle. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Want a stress-free start to your journey? Stay near Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Seattle to Christchurch Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:
80% of flights leaving Seattle-Tacoma International Airport arrive at their destination on time. With its strong performance rating, disruptions are unlikely when taking off from SEA.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Seattle to PAE in about 1 hour 30 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 40 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Seattle to CHC flight? Check in to a hotel near Seattle Paine Field International Airport before your adventure officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a strong track record for punctuality, with 80% of them touching down within the expected time frame.
About Christchurch Airport (CHC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Seattle to Christchurch Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these hotels near CHC:
Booking your ride around three weeks ahead of your Seattle to Christchurch Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch Airport is around 11 kilometres from central Christchurch. It takes around 20 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 35 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Christchurch Airport is ₹ 64,758. For a return flight on this route, the best price is ₹ 106,667. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to CHC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in every month when searching for your Seattle to Christchurch Airport ticket.
You don't need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from Seattle to CHC.
Filters make it easier to track down a bargain for your flight from Seattle to Christchurch Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that match your plans. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to bring up the lowest fares right away.
The best time to fly from Seattle to Christchurch Airport (CHC)
March is the most popular month for flights from Seattle to Christchurch Airport (CHC). Visit Christchurch in December if you'd rather be there when it's quieter.
The warmest month in Christchurch is January, with temperatures ranging between 10ºC and 24ºC. Lock in your Seattle to CHC plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Seattle to Christchurch Airport in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 1ºC and 12ºC.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Seattle to Christchurch Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to start. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Gemston & Fossil Museum Birdlings Flat and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are top sights which should feature on every Christchurch itinerary.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Christchurch, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Journey about 306 kilometres southwest to Dunedin to check off its popular sights. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another corner of New Zealand, consider Nelson, roughly 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. Centre of New Zealand, Maitai Esplanade and Tahunanui Beach are among its highlights.
