Travelling from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is three hours ahead of Mackay.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to catch your MKY to CHC flight.
During popular months such as April, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
Opt for a stopover if you want to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Brisbane Airport is a top stopover on the MKY to CHC route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Mackay Airport (MKY) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
$558 is the lowest price for a one-way Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,022. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MKY to CHC if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Finding cheap flights from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Tailor your flights using filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Mackay Airport (MKY)
When it comes to Mackay Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.86% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
Central Mackay to Mackay Airport is around 6 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 25 minutes.
Have an early flight from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to MKY:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The last thing you want is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near CHC instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Christchurch's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks in advance increases your chances of getting a good deal.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
From Christchurch International Airport, Christchurch is approximately 56 kilometres away. It takes around 1 hour to get to the centre driving.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
February is the busiest month for flights from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport. To avoid the crowds, visit Christchurch in April.
Book your flight from Mackay Airport to Christchurch International Airport for January if you'd like to explore Christchurch during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 24ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from MKY to CHC sometime then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've done Christchurch, now it's time to discover other corners of New Zealand. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to Wellington to check off its top sights. From Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa) to Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If there's time to check out another corner of New Zealand, head for Dunedin, roughly 290 kilometres south-west of Christchurch. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key highlights.
