Flying from Busselton Airport (BQB) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is five hours ahead of Busselton.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport with enough time to catch your BQB to CHC flight.
During popular months like January, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
Choose a stopover if you prefer to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is a top stopover on the BQB to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Busselton Airport (BQB) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is $526. A round-trip fare right now is $972. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BQB to CHC if you book in advance. Airlines often have some excellent early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport throughout the month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from BQB to CHC by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when fares go down.
Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Busselton Airport (BQB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Busselton Airport, 78.85% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Busselton to Busselton Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to BQB? If you've booked an early flight from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Travel at your own speed with a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and venture far and wide through Christchurch and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to drive to the centre.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the most popular month to visit Christchurch. If you like a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
Book your flight from Busselton Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BQB to CHC in July. Temperatures average between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF) then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of New Zealand waiting to be explored. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Christchurch, a trip to Wellington will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're ready to explore another well-known destination in New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among its highlights.
