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Two cabin classes are available on flights from London to Christchurch:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class

A direct flight from London to Christchurch takes 00m, covering 30,506 km.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Return flights from London to Christchurch range from $2,698 to $3,711, with an average of $3,134 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,698 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 13% above the $3,134 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

One-way fares from London to Christchurch are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $1,221, which is 40% below the typical average for this route.

Christchurch Airport (CHC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $9 for economy cars. Top options include:

• New Zealand Discount Car Rentals
• EZU Car Rental
• Mode
• Snap Rentals
• Yes Rentals

Flights from London to Christchurch may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Christchurch (CHC).

One-stop flights from London to Christchurch most commonly connect through:

• Singapore Changi (SIN) – 41% of one-stop connections
• Guangzhou Baiyun (CAN) – 24% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 18% of one-stop connections
• Hong Kong Intl (HKG) – 12% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 6% on flights from London to Christchurch. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $3,059 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $3,222, a difference of $164.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 27h 48m, compared to 28h 21m via Hong Kong Intl (HKG) and 29h 23m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

Christchurch is 12 hours ahead of London (New Zealand Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Christchurch are Christchurch Art Gallery and Mona Vale. These are among the most viewed places in Christchurch on KAYAK.

Yes there are. Christchurch Airport offers a variety of arts, events and interactive activities for travellers of all ages. These include the interactive Antarctic Walkway, a special exhibition celebrating the life and achievements of Sir Edmund Hilary and the Cumulus Gate Pavilion sculpture in the airport’s public plaza.

Travelex Currency Exchange operates an office at the International Arrivals Hall past the security checkpoint at Christchurch Airport where you can send/receive money orders and buy local currency. ANZ Bank and BNZ Bank also operate several ATMs around the terminal building.

Metro Bus operates bus line 29 and the Purple Line from Christchurch Airport to the bus interchange in the city centre. Fares without a Metrocard cost NZ$8.50 (£4.50) per adult and NZ$4.90 (£2.60) per child for a one-way ride or NZ$15 (£7.90) and NZ$8.50 (£4.50) respectively for a round trip ticket. Both buses run every 30min 7 days a week.

Christchurch Airport is the principal air hub on New Zealand’s South Island, providing access to the greater Canterbury region, Otago region and the Tasman District, including the cities of Nelson, Dunedin and Invercargill.