Convenient, clean and modern, Christchurch Airport (IATA) is the main gateway to New Zealand. The airport originally opened for business in 1953 and received a major upgrade in 2006. Getting to the city centre is quick and easy, taking around 20 minutes by car. For ultimate convenience, pick up a car rental from one of the car hire companies located at Christchurch Airport.

Visitors to Christchurch Airport should allow 40 minutes to complete the check-in process for domestic flights and at least two hours for international destinations. There are a number of airlines operating out of the airport, which features just one terminal, making getting around easy and convenient. There are also plenty of friendly staff on hand to aid and advise.

Despite being small, the terminal building at Christchurch Airport contains a large number of facilities such as eateries, high street shops and duty free shops. There are also plenty of other services including banking, baby changing and there several leading car rental companies offering cheap car hire at Christchurch Airport.

Driving from Christchurch Airport to the city centre is a great option as it is just seven miles away and the roads are good with plenty of clear signs to point the way. This makes car hire at Christchurch Airport by far the best choice. There is also a public bus running between the airport and the city centre every 30 minutes and passengers can also make use of the Airport Flyer and taxi services.