Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE): what you need to know
Around 50 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport.
Flights from CHC to BHE start at 07:40 — the first with Sounds Air. The latest departure is at 19:10 with Sounds Air. In total, you can choose from eight weekly Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport flights.
Leave enough time to catch your CHC to BHE flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as February? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Sounds Air is your gateway to exploring Blenheim (and perhaps some other great corners of New Zealand!). Check out the direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Sounds Air.
If you want to tour a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Wellington International Airport is a popular stop between CHC and BHE.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
Right now, ر.ق. 375 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 768. Keep in mind that fares can change due to demand when booking.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from CHC to BHE. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Organise your trip for November. That's the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CHC to BHE.
Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
When it comes to Christchurch International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take about 1 hour by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to CHC? If you're boarding an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
Consider staying in a hotel near BHE if you're catching a late Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport flight. Choose one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Woodbourne Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Thrifty, Ezi or Big Value and explore beyond Blenheim's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your ride from Woodbourne Airport about three weeks ahead.
Getting from Woodbourne Airport (BHE) to central Blenheim
Woodbourne Airport to the centre of Blenheim has a drive time of around 10 minutes. It's approximately 8 kilometres away.
Getting there on public transport takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Woodbourne Airport (BHE)
July is the busiest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport. To skip the crowds, visit Blenheim in April.
Before locking in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Woodbourne Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Blenheim, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CHC to BHE in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 3ºC and 12ºC on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Blenheim has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of New Zealand just waiting to be discovered. Around 72 kilometres east of Blenheim, a visit to Wellington will keep your itinerary busy. Start with attractions like Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If there's time to check out another major stop in New Zealand, consider Christchurch, about 274 kilometres south of Blenheim. Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden are among the biggest draws.
