Flying from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is four hours ahead of Seoul and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your ICN to CHC flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between ICN and CHC:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Incheon International Airport (ICN) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
$546 is currently the best price for a one-way Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,023. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from ICN to CHC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some great early bird discounts.
Getting cheap flights from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and land a great deal.
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Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Incheon International Airport (ICN)
54.5% of flights that leave from Incheon International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
To find the best way to travel from central Seoul to Incheon International Airport, use navigation apps like Google Maps. The airport is about 48 kilometres from the city centre.
The journey on public transport typically takes 1 hour 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to ICN:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on an Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own set of wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are leading providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Christchurch International Airport about three weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is roughly 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. Driving there takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the busiest month to head to Christchurch. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Incheon International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC to 24ºC.
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from ICN to CHC around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many cities in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Christchurch. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
If you're looking to explore another major destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, about 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are among the biggest draws.
