FAQs
Christchurch
(CHC) airport
Answers to the Frequently Asked Questions about Christchurch airport (CHC)
What are the terminals, contact information and location?
Which flights depart today?
Which flights arrive today?
Which car rental companies operate at the airport?
What services, facilities and lounges does the airport offer?
What are the transportation services?
Can I sleep at the airport and what hotels are there?
What are the parking options?
What accessibility services and facilities are available?
What airlines serve the airport?
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More Specific Frequently Asked Questions
The most economical option is to use Metro buses. Route 29 is the most direct to the city centre (City Interchange), while Route 3 also connects to the centre via the University of Canterbury. The stop is located outside door 9 (international arrivals).
Uber services operate at the airport. The designated pick-up area is located behind the Express Park car park building. Follow the signs from the arrivals hall to reach the meeting point.
Yes, the airport offers free and unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the terminal. Simply select the "FREE Unlimited Airport WiFi" network on your device.
There are very strict rules: only passengers who arrive after 10:30 pm and have a flight before 8:30 am may remain. Lying down or sleeping on the floor or seats is not permitted; security staff require passengers to remain seated.
Luggage storage services are available at Relay, located in the check-in area on Level 0. Opening hours are from 3:00 am to 9:00 pm.
If you lose an item in the terminal, you should go to the lost property office located behind the Air New Zealand counters (Level 0) or complete the lost property form on the official website.
There are Travelex currency exchange counters in both the international departures and arrivals areas. You will also find cash machines distributed across both levels of the terminal.
Yes, the airport has a Wait Zone on Orchard Road where you can park free of charge while waiting for your passengers to land and call you for pick-up.
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Latest updates: April 20, 2026
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