Traveling from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC): what you need to know
Christchurch is seven hours 30 minutes ahead of New Delhi and follows the UTC+13 timezone.
To ensure you catch your DEL to CHC flight, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DEL and CHC:
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport
Changi International Airport
Melbourne Tullamarine Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight is AED 1,501. A return plane ticket is currently AED 3,170. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually smart to book in advance if you want to find cheap tickets from DEL to CHC. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to snap up a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DEL to CHC by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport.
Handy information about Indira Gandhi International Airport (DEL)
67.17% of flights that depart Indira Gandhi International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
To get to Indira Gandhi International Airport from central New Delhi, it'll take around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 11 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
Expect a journey time of roughly 55 minutes when using public transport.
Booked an early flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to DEL:
Arriving at Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
If you're landing on a late Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport flight, few things beat the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these options near CHC:
Grab a Christchurch International Airport rental car and explore Christchurch and beyond with your own wheels. Yes rentals, Discount Car Rentals and mode rentals are top providers to choose from here.
Lock in the lowest price by reserving your ride from Christchurch International Airport around three weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to central Christchurch
Christchurch International Airport is roughly 56 kilometers from the center of Christchurch. The drive time takes about 1 hour.
When to fly to Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport. February is the most popular month to head to Christchurch. If you prefer a more low-key vibe, go in April.
When reserving your flight from Indira Gandhi International Airport to Christchurch International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Christchurch, with the temperature ranging from 10ºC (50ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 1ºC (34ºF) and 12ºC (54ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DEL to CHC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of New Zealand
Wellington is just one of the many places in New Zealand waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Christchurch. Around 322 kilometers away to the north-east, well-known attractions include Museum of New Zealand (Te Papa Tongarewa), Weta Workshop and Wellington Cable Car.
Around 290 kilometers south-west of Christchurch, Dunedin is another favorite stop in New Zealand. No visit is complete without checking out Larnach Castle, Otago Peninsula Museum and Historical Society and Cadbury World.
