Christchurch Airport Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views
International Antarctic Centre which includes interior views
International Antarctic Centre
International Antarctic Centre showing interior views
International Antarctic Centre showing bird life

Popular places to visit

International Antarctic Centre featuring interior views

International Antarctic Centre

Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.

International Antarctic Centre
Lyttelton Harbour showing a marina, mountains and a bay or harbour

Lyttelton Harbour

Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.

Lyttelton Harbour
Christchurch Botanic Gardens as well as a large group of people

Hagley Park

Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagley Park
Sumner Beach showing rocky coastline

Sumner Beach

The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.

Sumner Beach
New Brighton Beach which includes surf, surfing and a beach

New Brighton Beach

Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.

New Brighton Beach
Christchurch featuring street scenes

Cathedral Square

You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Cathedral Square

Activities

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo

AU$69
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Christchurch Gondola and Tram City Tour Combo
Lake Tekapo

Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch

AU$222
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mount Cook, Lake Tekapo and Tasman Glacier Tour from Christchurch
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram

AU$36
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Hop-On Hop-Off Tour by Vintage Tram
Storm Dome

International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket

AU$66
per adult
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
Christchurch: Gondola Ride

Christchurch: Gondola Ride

AU$37
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Gondola Ride
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission

AU$35
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Christchurch: Orana Wildlife Park Admission
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Our pick of the best Christchurch Airport Hotel Deals

Novotel Christchurch Airport

Novotel Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
30 Durey Road, Christchurch Airport, Christchurch, NZ
The price is AU$240 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$240
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,014 reviews)
"Extremely welcoming, clean, comfortable bed and great shower"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Novotel Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch

LyLo Christchurch

5 out of 5
5 Peter Leeming Road, Burnside, Christchurch
The price is AU$136 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
AU$136
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star eco-certified hostel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Ckose and walkable to the airport"

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

LyLo Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch Airport

Sudima Christchurch Airport

4.5 out of 5
550 Memorial Avenue, Christchurch
The price is AU$212 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$212
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,039 reviews)
"Kindly upgrade the room for kids"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Sudima Christchurch Airport
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch

3.5 out of 5
165 Cashel Street, Christchurch
The price is AU$79 per night from 24 Oct to 25 Oct
AU$79
24 Oct - 25 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star eco-certified hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice rooms. But this is handy to the bus interchange and the CBD"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Rydges Latimer Christchurch

Rydges Latimer Christchurch

4.5 out of 5
30 Latimer Square, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$197 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$197
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Large business hotel with bar and restaurant. Only 10 minute walk to the Cathedral and CBD."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Sudima Christchurch City

Sudima Christchurch City

5 out of 5
47-49 Salisbury Street, Christchurch, Canterbury
The price is AU$318 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$318
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Christchurch. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (472 reviews)
"Hotel is extremely clean and staff amazing...super friendly and incredibly obliging. Great having kitchen facilities (we were there for 3 nights so it comes in handy having the use of utensils, wine glasses etc. Everything is quality...also great to be able to have Netflix. My only issue was (as ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

Sudima Christchurch City
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Other neighbourhoods around Christchurch Airport

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Burnside

4.5/5(354 area reviews)

Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.

Burnside
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Ilam

4.5/5(24 area reviews)

Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.

Ilam
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Papanui

4.5/5(87 area reviews)

Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.

Papanui
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Fendalton

3/5(1 area review)

Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fendalton
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Hornby

4/5(4 area reviews)

The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.

Hornby
Mona Vale featuring a park

Riccarton

4/5(513 area reviews)

Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.

Riccarton

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