Christchurch Airport Travel Guide

Christchurch
International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

Popular places to visit

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International Antarctic Centre

4/5(17 reviews)

Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.

International Antarctic Centre
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Lyttelton Harbour

4/5(23 reviews)

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
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Sumner Beach

4.5/5(23 reviews)

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
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Hagley Park

4.5/5(53 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
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New Brighton Beach

4/5(11 reviews)

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
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Christchurch Gondola

4.5/5(26 reviews)

Cruise past shimmering blue lakes and snow-capped mountains on your way to the top of Mount Cavendish.

Christchurch Gondola

Things to do

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Rakaia Glaciers

฿77,128
Per adult
Rakaia Glaciers
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The Grape Vine

฿21,618
Per adult
The Grape Vine
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Christchurch City Scenic flight

฿10,103
Per adult
Christchurch City Scenic flight
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Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic

฿24,985
Per adult
Akaroa & Banks Peninsula Scenic
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Alpine Jet Boat Experience

฿24,985
Per adult
Alpine Jet Boat Experience
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City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert

฿19,336
Per adult
City, Lyttelton & Mt Herbert
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Top hotels in Christchurch Airport

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
4 out of 5
840 Colombo St, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is ฿2,290 per night from 16 Jul to 17 Jul
฿2,290
per night
16 Jul - 17 Jul
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (389 reviews)
"This hotel was the perfect place to stay! My husband and I appreciated how accommodating the staff was with our early arrival. They also provided us with breakfast to go both mornings we were there since our tour and then flight out the next day meant we were missing the breakfast buffet. The hotel ..."

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Carnmore Hotel Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Sudima Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,642 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿3,642
per night
19 Jul - 20 Jul
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly; they answered all my questions about seeing the sites, transportation. The room was comfortable."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Sudima Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Novotel Christchurch Airport
4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is ฿4,837 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
฿4,837
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (664 reviews)
"Great hotel. Easy access from airport . Good size rooms . Comfortable beds"

Reviewed on 18 Jun 2024

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch
LyLo Christchurch
5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,496 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
฿2,496
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Stayed here because it's near enough to the airport that we can walk to catch our 3am flight. Generally clean and good for short stay."

Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024

LyLo Christchurch
BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
3 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿2,311 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
฿2,311
per night
20 Jun - 21 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Never stayed in pod like hotels. Was pleasantly surprised"

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

BreakFree on Cashel, an Accor hotel
Fable Christchurch
Fable Christchurch
4.5 out of 5
166 Gloucester Street, Christchurch
The price is ฿3,320 per night from 25 Jun to 26 Jun
฿3,320
per night
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We loved the Hotel Had everything we needed. The only wee things we noticed were dirty windows, but we understand the magnitude of cleaning them and that CHCH has a lot of construction happening around the CBD. There were threads where carpet had frayed between the carpet and bathroom. That area ..."

Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024

Fable Christchurch
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Other neighbourhoods around Christchurch Airport

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Burnside

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
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Ilam

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Upper Riccarton

4/5(5 area reviews)

Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.

Upper Riccarton
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Papanui

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Papanui Road or Northlands Shopping Centre while you're exploring the area.

Papanui
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Hornby

The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Hornby
Mona Vale which includes a park

Riccarton

4.5/5(28 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton

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