Christchurch to Brisbane Flights

Flights from Christchurch, New Zealand

If you're traveling from Christchurch, use ebookers to compare flights and find the best fares. Situated on the beautiful southern island, Christchurch International Airport is located seven miles north-west of the city centre in the Harewood suburb. Most direct international flights go to Australia, Singapore, Thailand, Japan, and Dubai.

Parking at the Airport

The airport has three parking options: the premium covered building at a NZ$30 daily maximum and a NZ$150 weekly maximum; the uncovered short-term lot at a NZ$25 daily maximum and a NZ$100 weekly maximum; and the uncovered long-term lot at a NZ$25 daily maximum and a NZ$75 weekly maximum. You can return your rental vehicle to the area next to the short-term lot. If you plan on renting a car at your destination airport, you can do so through ebookers.

Traveling to Christchurch Airport

The Airport Flyer bus departs from the city centre and runs every thirty minutes on weekdays and either every hour or every half hour during weekends, depending on the time of day. The journey takes about thirty minutes and costs NZ$7. Other buses with more pick-up points are available, but these take longer to reach the airport. The airport shuttle is a shared vehicle which costs NZ$15 for one passenger, but only NZ$5 if you are traveling with a companion who has paid the full fare. The journey to the airport takes about forty minutes. A taxi to the airport costs between NZ$25 and NZ$50 and should take between fifteen and twenty minutes.

Where to Eat at Christchurch Airport

Leave yourself time for a relaxing snack before your flight. The Christchurch airport has a choice of coffee bars, along with options for snacks and meals at Healthy Habits, Noodle, Sakura Sushi Bar, and Burger King. Visit ebookers to save on your travel costs and book a great flight.

Arriving at Brisbane Airport

Brisbane is a friendly, laidback city with many attractions and activities that draw visitors from all around the world. When you plan your travel to Brisbane in advance with ebookers, you'll fly into Brisbane Airport, located roughly eight miles from the centre of the city. The airport is Australia's third busiest, and ACCC has named it "Australia's Best Airport for Quality of Service" for eight years in a row.

Transport from Brisbane Airport

You'll find counters for six rental car companies in the domestic terminal on level one and in the international terminal on level two. The Airtrain takes passengers to Brisbane every fifteen minutes at a cost of AU$5. Coachtrans Australia buses also run regular routes to Brisbane and the central business district of the city. Taxi ranks are located outside both the domestic and international terminals, and fares run around AU$40 for a trip to the city.

Weather in Brisbane, Australia

Brisbane has a humid sub-tropical climate. Summers are hot and humid, while winters are warm and moderately dry. The city's summer rainy season lasts from November to March, with frequent thunderstorms during this time. Winters are the best time to visit, since the weather is normally mild and temperatures rarely drop below freezing. Average winter lows are around 10°C, while highs reach up to 24°C. Keep the weather in mind when you're planning your holiday in Brisbane with ebookers.

Things to Do in Brisbane

Brisbane is a modern city with many exciting attractions and events. South Bank is the city's cultural centre, and it features a wide array of restaurants, cafes, and an inner-city beaches. You'll also find the Performing Arts Centre, Queensland Museum, the State Library, the Gallery of Modern Art, and Queensland Art Gallery in this district. Fortitude Valley offers vibrant nightlife, with lots of live entertainment at world-class nightclubs, such as Barsoma, the Alhambra Lounge, Cloudland, and more. If you arrive during September, be sure to check out the Brisbane Festival, which features free entertainment and a nightly fireworks display.