Travelling from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Nadi Airport (NAN): what you need to know
Around 4 hours is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport.
Nadi is one hour behind Christchurch and is in the UTC+12 timezone.
Flights from CHC to NAN start at 13:05 — the first with Fiji Airways. The last service of the day is at 17:15 with Fiji Airways. In total, you can choose from four weekly Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your CHC to NAN flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Travelling during a peak time like April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Getting to Nadi (and then exploring more of Fiji!) is a snap with Fiji Airways. This popular carrier offers direct flights from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport.
The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Fiji Airways.
The most punctual carrier that offers CHC to NAN flights is Fiji Airways. Its services arrive as planned 76.67% of the time.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport. These are the top stopovers between CHC and NAN:
Sydney Airport
Auckland International Airport
Wellington Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch Airport (CHC) to Nadi Airport (NAN)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport flight is $253. A round-trip ticket is currently $689. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
To pick up cheap tickets from CHC to NAN, book your journey seven months before your departure date.
December is the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from CHC to NAN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
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Handy information about Christchurch Airport (CHC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Christchurch Airport, 76% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Christchurch Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take around 20 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of around 35 minutes on public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near CHC? If you're catching an early flight from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at Nadi Airport (NAN)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near NAN instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Nadi Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from NCH Rentals, FlexWays or Coastal Rental Cars Fiji and explore beyond Nadi's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Nadi Airport about one week ahead of your trip.
When to fly to Nadi Airport (NAN)
July is the busiest month for flights from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport. For smaller crowds, travel to Nadi in March.
Lock in your flight from Christchurch Airport to Nadi Airport for February if you'd like to explore Nadi during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 22ºC and 31ºC.
August sees average temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC. Look for cheap tickets from CHC to NAN sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Fiji
You've done Nadi, now it's time to discover more of Fiji. Travel around 113 kilometres east to Suva to check off its leading attractions. From Albert Park to Ratu Sukuna Park and Thurston Gardens, you'll have a full itinerary ahead.
Around 19 kilometres north of Nadi, Lautoka is another essential stop in Fiji. Experience major highlights starting with Botanical Gardens, Churchill Park and Iskcon, Krishna Kaliya Temple, Hare Krishna.