Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Montreal: what you need to know
Montreal is 17 hours behind Christchurch, where Christchurch International Airport is located. Montreal runs on the UTC-4 timezone.
Leave enough time to make your CHC to Montreal flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
If you're flying during a public holiday or another peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.
Whether you want to visit a new city on the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book flight tickets from CHC to Montreal with a stopover. To check out your options, deselect 'Direct flights only.' San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a go-to stop on this route.
Central Christchurch to CHC is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 1 hour to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Catching an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near CHC:
When it comes to Christchurch International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 74.2% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Montreal
C$1,009 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Montreal flight. A return flight ticket right now is C$1,966. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares can change.
Booking in advance is often the key to securing a cheap flight from CHC to Montreal. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the nearer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
Scoring cheap tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal is easier if you can be flexible with your dates. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to get the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a fantastic deal.
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Airports in Montreal
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL)
Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport (YUL) to the centre of Montreal takes around 25 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 26 kilometres away.
It takes around 45 minutes to get there by public transport.
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YUL instead:
Pick up a Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport rental car and explore Montreal and beyond with your own wheels. Avis, Alamo and Routes Car Rentals are popular providers you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from Montreal-Pierre Elliott Trudeau International Airport about four weeks in advance of your flight from CHC to Montreal.
You'll find YUL at 975 Romeo Vachon Street North.
St. Hubert Airport (YHU)
The centre of Montreal is about 40 kilometres from St. Hubert Airport (YHU). After your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal has landed and you've made your way to arrivals, expect a drive of around 35 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 45 minutes or so.
Following your CHC to Montreal flight, unwind at a hotel near YHU. These are some great options that'll help you get into relaxation mode:
Land, grab your St. Hubert Airport rental car, and drive away without missing a beat. Enterprise and Budget are leading outlets to take your pick of here.
Save time at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Reserve your ride from YHU a few weeks in advance so you can simply collect the keys and drive away.
Best time to go to Montreal
Carefully consider your dates before securing your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are typically higher and top attractions can get busy. Go to Montreal in low season if you like a quieter vibe.
Book a Christchurch International Airport to Montreal flight ticket with a departure in July to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -19ºC (-2ºF) and -2ºC (28ºF). Search for a cheap ticket from CHC to Montreal around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Montreal
Once you've booked your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Montreal, choose a hotel that puts you where you want to be. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Montreal:
Montreal Botanical Garden and Mount Royal Park are just a couple of the top-rated attractions to put on your Montreal itinerary. Keep the momentum going by heading to Saint Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal.
Explore more of Canada
Montreal has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 499 kilometres south-west of Montreal, a trip to Toronto will keep you busy. Check out popular attractions like CN Tower, Royal Ontario Museum and Go Tours Canada - Distillery District.
If you're interested in discovering another major stop in Canada, consider Ottawa, about 153 kilometres west of Montreal. Parliament Hill, Rideau Canal and National Gallery of Canada are the start of reasons to visit.