Traveling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Invercargill Airport (IVC): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 25 minutes.
Take your pick of 52 weekly Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport flights. The 06:30 departure with Air New Zealand is the earliest you can take. Air New Zealand operates the last service of the day at 19:00.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CHC to IVC flight. It's generally best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Air New Zealand is your gateway to discovering Invercargill (and perhaps some other great parts of New Zealand!). Browse the direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport offered by this carrier.
Most travelers choose to travel with Air New Zealand on this route.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrivals for CHC to IVC flights is Air New Zealand.
If you want to check out a new city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Wellington International Airport is a well-known stop between CHC and IVC.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport flight is $55. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $141. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book two months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from CHC to IVC.
January is the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport. If you're looking to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for each month.
Finding cheap flights from CHC to IVC is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when a new deal comes up.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Christchurch International Airport, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take around 1 hour if you're traveling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city center.
Searching for a handy hotel close to CHC? If you're catching an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Invercargill Airport (IVC)
If you're getting in on a late Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing shortly after at one of these accommodation options near IVC:
Grab an Invercargill Airport rental car and discover Invercargill and beyond with your own wheels. Ezi, GO Rentals and Thrifty are popular outlets to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from Invercargill Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Invercargill Airport (IVC) to central Invercargill
Invercargill Airport is approximately 6 miles from central Invercargill. Driving there takes about 10 minutes.
When to fly to Invercargill Airport (IVC)
It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Invercargill. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
Book your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Invercargill Airport for January if you'd like to go to Invercargill during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 46ºF and 72ºF.
Look for cheap tickets from CHC to IVC in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 37ºF and 50ºF on average.
Explore more of New Zealand
Christchurch is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Invercargill. Around 280 miles away to the north-east, top sights here include Little River Rail Station, The Monument Track (North) and Phytofarm Herbal Learning Garden.
If you're eager to discover another well-known destination in New Zealand, consider Dunedin, roughly 110 miles east of Invercargill. Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World are key reasons to visit.
