Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
Around 3 hours 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Sydney's timezone is UTC+11, which makes Sydney two hours behind Christchurch.
Flights from CHC to SYD start at 06:00 — the earliest with Qantas. The last departure is at 18:45 with Emirates. In total, you can take your pick of 38 weekly Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flights.
Your CHC to SYD flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months such as February, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight when you travel during a high season in general.
You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. When you're ready to kick off your Sydney holiday, let one of these carriers take you to this memorable corner of Australia:
Emirates is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.
With a reliable 88.52% of services arriving as scheduled, Air New Zealand is the most punctual carrier for CHC to SYD flights.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Popular stopovers between CHC and SYD include:
Wellington International Airport
Auckland Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Right now, £103 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is £231. Remember that fares can change due to demand when booking.
Book seven months before flying. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CHC to SYD.
Plan your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from CHC to SYD.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
Of all flights leaving Christchurch International Airport, 74.2% land on schedule at their destination.
To reach Christchurch International Airport from central Christchurch, it'll take around 1 hour by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 35 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays close to CHC:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Book a hotel close to SYD if you're taking a late Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and make your arrival easier:
Grab a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are popular providers you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 11 miles away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
It takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling on public transport.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Sydney. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Sydney is January, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from CHC to SYD in July. Average temperatures are between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF) then.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be discovered once you've seen Sydney. Around 150 miles away to the south-west, well-known attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another sought-after destination in Australia and is around 75 miles north-east of Sydney. No journey is complete without seeing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.
