Christchurch Airport Travel Guide
Christchurch
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Popular places to visit
International Antarctic Centre
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at International Antarctic Centre during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and lively bars in this walkable area.
Lyttelton Harbour
Explore the waterfront in Christchurch with a trip to Lyttelton Harbour. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Sumner Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Sumner Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Christchurch. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.
New Brighton Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at New Brighton Beach during your travels in Christchurch? While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
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.
University of Canterbury
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Canterbury during your trip to Christchurch. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Christchurch Airport
LyLo Christchurch
Always a pleasant stay. Staff are very helpful. Kept clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Novotel Christchurch Airport
Excellent thanks
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Sudima Christchurch Airport
Spotless room, quick check in
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
BreakFree on Cashel Christchurch
Small but comfortable room, good central location. Excellent breakfast included.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Bealey Quarter
Very clean, lovely staff. Comfortable. Loved our stay
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Wyndham Garden Christchurch Kilmore Street
The cleanliness of my room and the high quality of its appliances.
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
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.
Upper Riccarton
Upper Riccarton is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Riccarton Road and Bush Inn Centre.
Fendalton
Travellers like the historical sites in Fendalton, and Mona Vale 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.
