Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to London: what you need to know
London is 13 hours behind Christchurch, where Christchurch International Airport is located. London operates on the UTC+0 timezone.
For stress-free travel, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from CHC to London.
During popular months like July, it's wise to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
A stopover is the perfect opportunity to take a break from travelling — and possibly even explore a different city. When browsing flights from CHC to London, uncheck the 'Direct flights only' box to see where you can stop along the way. Top options include:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
If you hold a passport from New Zealand and are travelling to United Kingdom for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, entry and visa requirements may differ based on your length of stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, check with your destination's nearest embassy or consulate before reserving a cheap ticket from Christchurch International Airport to London.
CHC is around 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 59 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Want a leisurely start to your travels? Stay near CHC. Whether you have an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to London or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to London
R 10,217 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to London. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 22,306. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
It's usually smart to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CHC to London. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price in every month when looking for your ticket from Christchurch International Airport to London.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Select your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Christchurch International Airport to London.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to the centre of London takes around 57 minutes by car. It's approximately 31 kilometres away.
Travelling by public transport will take you around 1 hour and 1 minute.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Christchurch International Airport to London. Book one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is roughly 80 kilometres from the centre of London. Once you've disembarked your flight from Christchurch International Airport to London, it'll take you around 1 hour and 19 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour and 26 minutes.
After your flight from CHC to London, tuck yourself in at a hotel close to LGW. These are some comfortable accommodation options that'll help you switch to relaxation mode:
Best time to go to London
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to London. July is the busiest month to visit London. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from Christchurch International Airport to London for July to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from CHC to London sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about London
Once you've booked your flight from Christchurch International Airport to London, think about where you want to stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring London:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to start. Big Ben, The British Museum and Buckingham Palace are top sights which should feature on any well-planned London itinerary.
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