Flying from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is two hours ahead of Hobart.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HBA to CHC flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months such as January. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. These are the top stopovers between HBA and CHC:
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Hobart International Airport (HBA) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
At the moment, ر.ق. 877 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ر.ق. 1,573. Remember that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book as early as possible if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HBA to CHC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel plans, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price across the month when looking for a flight from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Finding cheap flights from HBA to CHC is a cinch with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Hobart International Airport (HBA)
Of the departures from Hobart International Airport, 59.98% land on time at their destination.
Hobart International Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Hobart. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Booked an early flight from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by choosing one of these stays near HBA:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Consider booking a hotel close to CHC if you have a late Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals to explore Christchurch and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is approximately 56 kilometres from the centre of Christchurch. The drive time takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The quietest month for a flight from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is April, while February is the most popular. Choose the ideal time to go to Christchurch based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
When reserving your flight from Hobart International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HBA to CHC in July. Average temperatures are between 1ºC and 12ºC then.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're eager to discover another major stop 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 the biggest draws.