Transfer to/from - Christchurch airport (CHC)

Transportation

Ride-sharing

To find your Uber driver, exit the terminal and follow the signs to the pick-up and drop-off area outside the International Arrivals Hall (door 7).

Bus

Regular Metro services (Tel +64 3366 8855) connect the airport with the city centre (25-30 minutes' travel time) and other destinations in Christchurch. Buses depart from the stop located at the north end of the International Arrivals Hall, next to the Novotel hotel (outside door 9). Tickets can be purchased onboard with cash or Metrocard. Free transfers are available for 2 hours.

- 3: every 10-15 min. to Avonhead Mall, University of Canterbury, Westfield Riccarton, Central Station, Ferrymead Shops and Sumner (Monday to Friday from 6:35 am to 11:37 pm, Saturdays from 6:05 am to 11:39 pm and Sundays from 6:37 am to 11:39 pm).
- 8: to the central station, Ara, Heathcote, Lyttelton Wharf and Rapaki (Monday to Friday from 5:45 am to 10:46 pm, Saturdays from 6:06 am to 10:37 pm, Sundays from 6:36 am to 10:06 pm).
- 29: travels to the Central Station via Fendalton every 30 min. (weekdays from 6:22 am to 10:32 pm, Saturdays from 6:42 am to 11:32 pm, Sundays from 7:12 am to 10:32 pm).
- 125: connects Redwood with Westlake and Halswell Shops, via Northlands, Bishopdale Mall, Russley and The Hub Hornby.

Super Shuttle (Tel +64 9522 5100 / 800 748 885) provides a 24-hour shared door-to-door minibus service to Christchurch and surrounding areas. Stops are outside gate 9 of the International Arrivals Hall.

Rent a Car

Taxi

Taxi ranks are located outside gate 7, outside the International Arrivals Hall. Travel time to Christchurch city centre is 15-20 minutes. The official operators are Blue Star Taxis (Tel +64 3379 9799), Corporate Cabs (Tel +64 3379 5888), First Direct Taxis (Tel +64 3377 5555), Gold Band Taxis (Tel +64 3379 5795), King Cabs (Tel +64 3242 8294) and Mr. Singh Taxis (Tel +64 210 267 5347).

Further information

Although there are issues that seem more than obvious, it is always advisable to take them into account when moving to or from the airport, and especially if we go by public transport.  1- To the airport - It is convenient to leave with a little more anticipation than what is commonly suggested. If you choose a taxi or a private car service, always take into account peak traffic times, demonstrations, strikes or events that may delay the journey to the airport from where you are. It is always good to be informed about what is happening. If you contract a shared transfer service, have a contact telephone number handy in case of any delay by the company. In these cases they usually already have a scheduled collection time. If you use public transport (collective, train) take into account the schedules (weekends and holidays tend to have less frequency), if you have to change and also how to board (if you need a card or paying the driver or motorist at the moment ). These are details that seem obvious, but it is advisable to know so as not to have surprises and suffer a delay that could cause complications. If you rent a car to get to the airport, check where to leave the vehicle. At some airports, there is an exclusive parking lot for rental cars.  2 -From the airport- Here it is a little less stressful since you don't have the pressure of missing your flight. In the worst case, you will arrive later at the place where you are going to stay or at the meeting point where you are trying to arrive. Once you leave the plane, look for your suitcase and finish with the arrival procedures that are required. Then, follow the directions for public transportation or ask the airport staff. It is very useful to find out in advance the schedules of the buses or trains in case you arrive late at night. Not all work 24 hours. The same goes for taxis. In case of using an Uber-type service, have the mobile application handy to contact the driver. On the other hand, if you booked a private transport service, it is likely that they will have a person waiting for you, identified with a sign. If you rent a car to go from the airport to your final destination, for greater peace of mind it is advisable to book it in advance. Rental counters are usually available in the arrivals hall.

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