Air New Zealand operates 19 non-stop routes from Christchurch (CHC), serving 3 countries with an average sector length of 1,171 km. This is part of Air New Zealand's 158-route global network.
Non-stop destinations from Christchurch on Air New Zealand
| Destination | IATA | Country | Distance | Duration | Route |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rarotonga | RAR | Cook Islands | 3,558 km | 4h 45m | Route ↗ |
| Adelaide | ADL | Australia | 3,061 km | 4h 35m | Route ↗ |
| Brisbane | BNE | Australia | 2,497 km | 3h 55m | Route ↗ |
| Melbourne | MEL | Australia | 2,419 km | 3h 55m | Route ↗ |
| Coolangatta (Gold Coast) | OOL | Australia | 2,406 km | 3h 50m | Route ↗ |
| Sydney | SYD | Australia | 2,130 km | 3h 40m | Route ↗ |
| Auckland | AKL | New Zealand | 744 km | 1h 25m | Route ↗ |
| Tauranga | TRG | New Zealand | 716 km | 1h 55m | Route ↗ |
| Rotorua | ROT | New Zealand | 676 km | 1h 50m | Route ↗ |
| Hamilton | HLZ | New Zealand | 667 km | 1h 50m | Route ↗ |
| Napier | NPE | New Zealand | 574 km | 1h 35m | Route ↗ |
| New Plymouth | NPL | New Zealand | 516 km | 1h 30m | Route ↗ |
| Invercargill | IVC | New Zealand | 465 km | 1h 30m | Route ↗ |
| Palmerston North | PMR | New Zealand | 434 km | 1h 20m | Route ↗ |
| Queenstown | ZQN | New Zealand | 347 km | 1h 15m | Route ↗ |
| Dunedin | DUD | New Zealand | 328 km | 1h 10m | Route ↗ |
| Wellington | WLG | New Zealand | 304 km | 1h 5m | Route ↗ |
| Nelson | NSN | New Zealand | 249 km | 1h 0m | Route ↗ |
| Hokitika | HKK | New Zealand | 153 km | 0h 45m | Route ↗ |
Destinations by country
Air New Zealand from other airports
- Auckland (AKL) — 44 routes
- Wellington (WLG) — 16 routes
- Queenstown (ZQN) — 6 routes
- Brisbane (BNE) — 4 routes
- Melbourne (MEL) — 4 routes
Aircraft assignments
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Frequently asked questions
How many destinations does Air New Zealand serve from Christchurch (CHC)?
Air New Zealand flies to 19 non-stop destinations from Christchurch (CHC), spanning 3 countries.
What is the longest route Air New Zealand flies from Christchurch?
The longest non-stop route is CHC → RAR (Rarotonga) at 3,558 km.
Which countries does Air New Zealand fly to from Christchurch?
Top destination countries: New Zealand (13), Australia (5), Cook Islands (1).
Does Air New Zealand operate from other airports?
Yes — Air New Zealand also operates from Auckland (AKL), Wellington (WLG), Queenstown (ZQN), Brisbane (BNE), Melbourne (MEL). Total network: 158 routes across the carrier's footprint.