Christchurch Airport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Christchurch Airport
Popular places to visit
International Antarctic Centre
Take a trip to Antarctica to see the animals that live there and hear tales of the intrepid travellers who risked their lives to explore it.
Lyttelton Harbour
Enjoy cafés, markets and boat trips at this scenic European port town, steeped in history and bordered by volcanic hills.
Hagley Park
Explore the great outdoors at Hagley Park, a lovely green space in Christchurch. Amble within picturesque gardens or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
New Brighton Beach
Surf, spot birdlife, walk across wild sand dunes and shop for handmade goods at a weekly market at this sandy beach and coastal suburb.
Sumner Beach
The main beach in the seaside retreat of Sumner is an idyllic place to spend a day in the sun away from the centre of Christchurch.
Cathedral Square
You can learn about the history of Christchurch when you stop by Cathedral Square. Visit the cathedral in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Activities
International Antarctic Centre General Admission Ticket
Our pick of the best Christchurch Airport Hotel Deals
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025
LyLo Christchurch
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Rydges Latimer Christchurch
Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025
Sudima Christchurch City
Reviewed on 24 Jul. 2025
Fable Christchurch
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Check Christchurch Airport hotel availability
Other neighbourhoods around Christchurch Airport
Burnside
Travellers come to Burnside for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre and Russley Golf Club while you're in town.
Ilam
Ilam is well liked for its bars. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Christchurch area, you might plan a trip to Jellie Park Recreation and Sport Centre or Bush Inn Centre.
Papanui
Unique features of Papanui include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Northlands Shopping Centre or Papanui Road while you're exploring the area.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Riccarton House is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hornby
The museums and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Hornby. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Air Force Museum of New Zealand and Riccarton Park, a few notable attractions nearby.
Riccarton
Riccarton is beloved for its popular shops. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Westfield Riccarton Mall and Riccarton Road.
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Christchurch, Canterbury
- Which hotel chains are in Christchurch Airport?
- More holiday ideas
- International Antarctic Centre
- Lyttelton Harbour
- Hagley Park
- New Brighton Beach
- Sumner Beach
- Christchurch Public Hospital
- Christchurch Casino
- Te Pae Christchurch Convention and Exhibition Centre
- University of Canterbury
- Cathedral Square
- Wolfbrook Arena
- Christchurch Gondola
- Christchurch Botanic Gardens
- Westfield Riccarton Mall
- Riverside Market
- Papanui Road
- Mona Vale
- New Regent Street
- Lincoln University
- Taylor's Mistake Beach
- Isaac Theatre Royal
- Canterbury Museum
- Burwood Hospital
- Addington Raceway
- Christchurch Adventure Park
- Air Force Museum of New Zealand
- Orana Wildlife Park
- Christchurch Art Gallery
Are there hotels near Christchurch Airport?
Which hotel chains are in Christchurch Airport?
Expedia's Latest Trends
- Hornby Accommodation
- Wigram Accommodation
- Ilam Accommodation
- Saint Albans Accommodation
- Merivale Accommodation
- New Brighton Accommodation
- Belfast Accommodation
- Burnside Accommodation
- Addington Accommodation
- Yaldhurst Accommodation
- Woolston Accommodation
- Lyttelton Accommodation
- Bishopdale Accommodation
- Linwood Accommodation
- Harewood Accommodation
- Halswell Accommodation
- Papanui Accommodation
- Christchurch City Centre Accommodation
- Redwood Accommodation
- Riccarton Accommodation