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How to Travel from

Wellington to Christchurch Airport

by Plane, Rideshare, Route or Car

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Transport providers

Airlines

Jetstar

Website:
jetstar.com/
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$31.85–$280.31

Air New Zealand

Website:
airnewzealand.com/
Plane from Wellington to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$42.05–$242.09
Plane from Palmerston to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$61.16–$254.83

Bus operators

InterCity

Phone:
+64 9 583 5780
Website:
intercity.co.nz/
Bus from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$28.03–$45.87

Train operators

KiwiRail - Coastal Pacific

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/coastal-pacific/
Train from Picton to Christchurch
Ave. Duration:
5h 50m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$114.67–$296.37
Train from Picton to Rangiora
Ave. Duration:
5h 5m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$108.30–$296.37

KiwiRail - Northern Explorer

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
3 times a week
Estimated price:
$50.97–$62.43

Interislander

Phone:
+64 4498 3302
Website:
interislander.co.nz
Train from Wellington - Central to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$49.51

KiwiRail - Capital Connection

Phone:
+64 4495 0775
Website:
greatjourneysofnz.co.nz/northern-explorer/book/other-services/capital-connection/
Train from Wellington to Palmerston
Ave. Duration:
2h 5m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$19.11–$25.48

Other operators

Bluebridge Cook Strait Ferries

Phone:
+64 4 471 6188
Website:
bluebridge.co.nz/
Other from Wellington to Picton
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$43.32–$178.38

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

The cheapest way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC) is to fly which costs $29.35 - $173.91 and takes 2h 11m.

What is the fastest way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

The fastest way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC) is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $29.35 - $173.91 .

How far is it from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

The distance between Wellington and Christchurch Airport (CHC) is 311 km.

How do I travel from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC) without a car?

The best way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC) without a car is to train which takes 11h 1m and costs $152.17 - $326.09 .

How long does it take to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

It takes approximately 2h 11m to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC), including transfers.

Train, bus or fly from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

The best way to get from Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC) is to fly which takes 2h 11m and costs $29.35 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $152.17 - $326.09 and takes 11h 1m. There are no good options to bus between Wellington to Christchurch Airport (CHC).

Where can I stay near Christchurch Airport (CHC)?

There are 1145+ hotels available in Christchurch Airport (CHC). Prices start at $39.41 per night.
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