Flying from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): What you need to know
Ottawa's main base, Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW), is where many great holidays begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
The timezone in Christchurch is UTC+13, which is 17 hours ahead of Ottawa. Christchurch International Airport is located in Christchurch.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your flight from Ottawa to CHC.
Planning to travel during a peak time like a bank holiday? Expect longer lines at check-in and security. For peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Ottawa
Ottawa Gatineau Airport (YND)
Located around 24 kilometres from the centre of Ottawa, YND can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 40 minutes.
If you have an early flight from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport, why not stay somewhere nice and close? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and get some extra shut-eye) at Meilleure Auberge. Lovely Room 4mins From Gatineau-Ottawa Airport is another convenient accommodation option near Ottawa Gatineau Airport.
Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport (YOW)
YOW is around 13 kilometres from central Ottawa. It'll take 20 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Ottawa to CHC flight? Unwind in a hotel near Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
58.21% of all departures from Ottawa/Macdonald-Cartier International Airport make it to their destination as expected.
The address for YOW is 50 Airport Road.
About Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you're coming in on a late flight from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near CHC:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Christchurch International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals or mode rentals and explore beyond Christchurch's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride around three weeks ahead of your Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Right now, $1,390 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is $4,134. Remember fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Ottawa to CHC, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool will show you the cheapest Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport tickets across the month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your travel dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Ottawa to CHC.
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The best time to fly from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
April is the quietest month for flights from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit Christchurch based on whether you want a lively atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book an Ottawa to CHC flight ticket departing in January if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Christchurch to range from 10ºC to 24ºC.
July sees temperatures of between 1ºC and 12ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Christchurch
Start your Christchurch trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Ottawa to Christchurch International Airport, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Mount Herbert/Te Ahu Patiki, Purau Bay and The Monument Track (North) are must-do's during your Christchurch adventure.
Explore more of New Zealand
You've visited Christchurch, now it's time to discover other parts of New Zealand. Travel about 306 kilometres south-west to Dunedin to check off its top sights. From Dunedin Botanic Garden to Saint Kilda Beach and Sandfly Bay, your itinerary will be busy.
Nelson is another standout destination in New Zealand and is around 257 kilometres north of Christchurch. No trip is complete without a visit to Centre of New Zealand, Helibike Nelson and Maitai Esplanade.
