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Tips and tricks, travel inspiration, and stories from us at CHC!
People of the airport
Meet the many faces of our airport team! Get to know them here.
Destination Tropical North Queensland
Tropical North Queensland has long been a top travel destination for Kiwis, and from April 2025 Jetstar will be whisking passengers directly from Christchurch to Cairns. Check out ten top reasons to visit Aussie’s tropical north.
Destination Guangzhou
From October, China Southern Airlines will be flying direct between Christchurch Airport and Guangzhou. Explore the many highlights of this fascinating international destination.
Matariki 2024
Learn more about Matariki and discover some exciting celebrations you can join, all around the country!
Travelling with kids these school holidays?
We’ve got plenty of tips for you, plus ways to keep the whole family entertained at the airport before your flight.
People of the airport - Cliff Johns
As a Supervising Customs Officer for NZ Customs, Cliff is part of the front line keeping our airport, planes, people and country safe. With nearly two decades’ experience with the service, he can safely report that no two days have been the same!
Fiji 2024: Beaches are just the beginning
Blessed with 333 islands, dreamy beaches and famously friendly people, Fiji is the heart of the South Pacific. Make 2024 your year to discover everything this fascinating island nation has to offer.
People of the airport - Richard Scott
If something needs fixing around the airport campus, Richard Scott from Citycare Property is the man we call. Lately, he’s been busy putting up the airport’s Christmas trees. Find out how he does it and discover more of his story.
Ho ho holiday fun
Throughout December there’ll be free activities and entertainment here at the airport to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas!
Hong Kong by day and night
Ready for a door-to-door holiday? From 16 December, Cathay Pacific can whisk you direct from Otautahi Christchurch to Hong Kong, three times per week.
Special assistance
If you need special assistance for your airport journey, we’re ready to help in heaps of ways.
People of the airport - Bernie Richardson
Bernie Richardson is the Christchurch Air Traffic Control Operations Manager for Airways. Bernie is part of a team that manages 30 million square kms of airspace. Together they provide eyes on the skies, working hard to keep people safe and get planes where they need to go.
Secret Singapore
Singapore Airlines has added 40 extra direct flights from Ōtautahi Christchurch to Singapore this summer. Discover what this fascinating city has to offer!
20 facts about Christchurch Airport (that you probably didn’t know)
Planes coming and going are just the beginning... Dig a little deeper and you’ll discover a heap of fascinating information about how the airport works. Here’s a few facts to surprise you!
Fly direct to San Francisco!
United Airlines’ new Dreamliner 787 service will start on 1 December and fly three times a week for four months. Getting to the USA’s wonderful west coast has never been easier!
Book online, save on parking
When it comes to airport parking, booking is a breeze. Do it online when you book your flights, or before you come pick up your visitor. It’s easy, saves you money and means one less thing to think about on the day.
Ready, set, Sydney!
Hop over the ditch for a spectacular holiday in Sydney. From historic laneways to the hippest bars, inspiring events to sparkling sands, there’s so much to discover.
Meet the artists
Created by artist Jacob Yikes and collaborators, our new permanent Pride artwork is sparking joy for visitors here at the airport and contributing to positive conversations in Ōtautahi Christchurch. Hear Jacob and three more airport artists chat about their creations.
Canadian adventures await
Filled with the grandeur of open spaces, loads of exciting activities and the friendliest of people, Canada is the perfect setting for intrepid adventures and fun-filled family holidays alike.
Planespotter’s guide to CHC
Christchurch Airport offers some amazing places to see planes come and go. Check out our guide to the best vantage points and watch the video for some insta-worthy inspiration!
Christmas magic at CHC
Throughout December there’ll be free activities and entertainment here at the airport to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year… Christmas!
Spring into a good book
Ready to spring into a good book? Check out these top 10 Relay reads, perfect for your next trip (whether by plane or armchair). From riveting whodunnits to in-depth biographies, these 10 fantastic books will appeal to anyone who loves a good story.
Sun, sand, and more!
The Gold Coast really delivers as a holiday destination but with so many options of activities, locations and experiences on offer it’s hard to know where to start!
Christchurch On Show!
How good is spring? Warmer weather, longer days, a bunch of events to enjoy and a big bye-bye to winter. We love spring in Christchurch, and this year we’re extra excited because Ōtautahi Christchurch is ON SHOW.
Exploring SOFIA
The crystal-clear and dry night skies above New Zealand are ideal for scientific observations by NASA’s flying telescope known as SOFIA (Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy).
Oh-so Ōtautahi! Discover our favourite Christchurch to-do’s.
Christchurch truly is a new city. Its streets are bustling with urban hot-spots and the sheer variety of activities will enthral adrenalin junkies and nature-lovers alike. There’s so much to discover, we hope you love it as much as we do!
Five adventures in Marlborough this autumn
Colour pulses throughout the region, as the grape harvest begins and a small army of workers descend to work in the vineyards and wineries.
P.A.W.S have settled in at Christchurch airport
Christchurch Airport is delighted to welcome a new team of helpers… pet therapy dogs! These furry friends will be available in the terminal during peak periods, ready to provide some calming canine love to nervous travellers.
Building playhouses for a great cause
Our four Airport Fire Service teams have been working on something a little different lately. Their special task? Build and decorate four playhouses to be auctioned on Trade Me, with all proceeds going to the charity KidsCan.
An insider’s guide to New Plymouth
Vibrant, contemporary and buzzing with things to do, New Plymouth is a mecca for families and foodies, art-lovers and adventurers. Discover a round-up of the region’s hidden gems, quirkiest hotels, coolest eateries, best trails and funnest adventures.
Every day heroes
From aircraft incidents to fuel spills, scrub fires to medical emergencies, being an airport firefighter means being ready for anything. Discover a typical ‘day in the life’ for the crew at the Airport Fire Service.
Five long weekend escapes from Christchurch
Time to break up your routine with a weekend away? From action packed adventures to artisanal explorations, we’ve curated five fun ideas to get you going.
Six unique free activities you can do at Christchurch Airport
Got time to kill before your flight? Christchurch Airport has a few hidden and not so hidden gems for you to check out. We've put together this list of unique free activities you can do at the airport to keep yourself entertained before you take to the skies.
Ever wondered where your bag goes when you check-in?
Find out in this rollercoaster video journey through our custom designed conveyer belt system.
The most ‘Insta worthy’ places to visit within an hour from Christchurch
Looking to capture that perfect Instagram worthy photo while you’re in Christchurch? We’ve rounded up some picture-perfect spots within an hour of Christchurch Airport that will sit pretty on your feed.
Travelling with kids?
We’ve got a tonne of ways to keep them entertained at the airport this Christmas.