Getting Around

Christchurch has an efficient public transport system and is an easy city to navigate. The bus service is reliable and extensive, with the most popular being the Orbiter, which circles the outer city in both directions seven days a week.

Two of the best transport options for sightseeing are the city's tram, which runs from Cathedral Square, and the City Circuit Bus, which connects major attractions in the city. Taxis are readily available, Uber operates in the city, and there are also several car rental agencies.

Christchurch is fairly flat, so bicycles are another popular mode of transport and many streets have dedicated bike lanes. While public transport is a great way to get around, visitors may find some buses too infrequent for convenient travel and prefer to hire a car.

Airports

Christchurch International Airport

The airport is situated eight miles (13km) from Christchurch.

Christchurch International Airport (CHC)

Location

The airport is situated eight miles (13km) from Christchurch.

Getting to the city

The airport is connected to Christchurch city centre by two public bus routes (the Purple Line and Bus 29) departing from the regional transport hub at the northern end of the International Arrivals Hall. Tickets can be bought directly from the driver. Door-to-door shuttles are available with advance booking. Taxis and rental cars are also available.

Time

Local time is GMT +12 (GMT +13 from the last Sunday in September to the first Sunday in April).

Car rental

Car rental companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, and Thrifty, among others.

Airport Taxis

Taxis are available from outside the terminal. It takes about 20 minutes to get to the city centre.

Facilities

There are shops (including duty-free), bars and restaurants, banks, ATMs and currency exchange at the airport. Other facilities include left luggage, showers, a business centre, a post office, and a hotel reservations desk. Disabled facilities are good; those with special needs should inform their travel agent or airline in advance.

Parking

There's covered and uncovered parking available at varying rates in a selection of parking areas.

www.christchurchairport.co.nz