Travelling from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Taipei: what you need to know
The timezone in Taipei is UTC+8. The city is 5 hours behind Christchurch, where Christchurch International Airport is located.
To ensure you catch your flight from CHC to Taipei, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Turning up two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You'll likely experience bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to fours hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a good idea.
Think about adding a stopover to possibly find a cheaper flight from CHC to Taipei. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing the departures. Take a break from travelling at one of these popular options:
Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)
Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
Auckland Airport (AKL)
If you have a passport from New Zealand and want to travel to Taiwan for tourism purposes, you won't need a visa. However, visa and entry requirements may vary based on the duration of your stay and are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, contact your destination's nearest consulate or embassy before booking a cheap ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei.
Central Christchurch to CHC is approximately 56 kilometres. Depending on traffic conditions, it'll take about 59 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Searching for a handy hotel near CHC? If you're boarding an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei, these stays will have you moments from your check-in counter:
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Taipei
The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei is Rs93,023. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs214,221. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To score cheap tickets from CHC to Taipei, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer their best fares when flights are first made available.
If you're willing to be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across each month when searching for a ticket from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei.
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Use the filters to tailor your flights from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei. Simply select your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.
Airports in Taipei
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE)
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is around 48 kilometres from the centre of Taipei. With a cab or in your own car rental, the drive is around 42 minutes.
Travelling to the centre by public transport takes around 1 hour and 24 minutes.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei. Check in to one of these accommodation options near TPE instead:
Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA)
Central Taipei is around 6 kilometres from Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA). As soon as your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, expect a drive of around 19 minutes.
Public transport will get you there in around 45 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and rest at a hotel close to TSA. Here are a few options where you can check in after your flight from CHC to Taipei:
Best time to go to Taipei
August is the busiest month to catch a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei while April is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to go to Taipei, consider whether you prefer a lively vibe or a quieter pace.
Before booking a flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Taipei, with the temperature ranging from 25ºC to 32ºC.
January sees average temperatures of between 10ºC and 19ºC. Look for cheap flights from CHC to Taipei sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Taipei
Start your Taipei trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Taipei, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
Taipei 101 and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall are just the start of the popular attractions to put on your Taipei to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Taipei Zoo.
Complete your Taipei trip with a car rental
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