Flying from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG): what you need to know
Edmonton's timezone is UTC-6, making Edmonton 19 hours behind Christchurch.
To ensure you get on your CHC to YEG flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like February? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. Many passengers pass through San Francisco International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight is ج.م. 28,549. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 70,759. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from CHC to YEG. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel dates are flexible.
There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a better deal on cheap flights from CHC to YEG.
Secure the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
74.2% of flights that take off from Christchurch International Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Christchurch International Airport is about 56 kilometres from central Christchurch. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near CHC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels have you covered:
Arriving at Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near YEG instead:
Pick up an Edmonton International Airport rental car and discover Edmonton and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Alamo and Hertz are popular providers to choose from here.
For the best deal, reserve your ride from Edmonton International Airport around one week in advance.
Getting from Edmonton International Airport (YEG) to central Edmonton
Edmonton International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Edmonton. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Edmonton International Airport (YEG)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Edmonton. If you'd like a quieter vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Christchurch International Airport to Edmonton International Airport for July if you'd like to visit Edmonton during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 10ºC and 25ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from CHC to YEG in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -25ºC and 0ºC on average.
Explore more of Canada
Edmonton is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of Canada just waiting to be discovered. Around 274 kilometres south of Edmonton, a trip to Calgary will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like Calgary Tower, Heritage Park Historical Village and Glenbow Museum.
If you're ready to explore another great destination in Canada, head for Saskatoon, roughly 483 kilometres east of Edmonton. Wanuskewin Heritage Park, Remai Modern and Meewasin valley centre are key reasons to visit.