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Cheapest time to fly from Christchurch to Manchester

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of March. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

51%Trains are 51% more expensive in Manchester than in Christchurch.

Christchurch$3.00

Manchester$4.53

MealMid-priced restaurant

13%The average meal is 13% more expensive in Manchester than in Christchurch.

Christchurch$30.00

Manchester$33.97

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

70%Taxis are 70% more expensive in Manchester than in Christchurch.

Christchurch$4.50

Manchester$7.70

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

42%Coffee is 42% more expensive in Manchester than in Christchurch.

Christchurch$5.77

Manchester$8.18

Exchange rate

1 NZD = 0.45 GBP

1 GBP = 2.26 NZD

Last checked on Sat, 07/03

Distance: 18847 kms

Christchurch airports

Christchurch International Airport (CHC)How far from city centre: 10 kms

Manchester airports

Manchester International (MAN)How far from city centre: 15 kms

Guide to flying from Christchurch to Manchester: what to expect

Manchester offers a captivating blend of history, culture, and modern appeal. This northern English city draws visitors with its storied past, innovative spirit, and a dynamic arts scene. Explore its industrial heritage, world-class museums, and lively neighbourhoods, or venture out to the nearby Peak District for impressive natural landscapes. Manchester provides a rich travel experience, from historic mills to contemporary galleries, ensuring a memorable journey.

Planning your flight from Christchurch to Manchester requires a bit of foresight. Direct flights are not available, so you will typically have one or two layovers, often in major hubs like Dubai, Doha, or Singapore. The average flight duration for this journey ranges from 24 to 30 hours, depending on your chosen route and connection times.

Consider flying during the shoulder seasons – spring (April to May) or autumn (September to October). These months offer pleasant weather for exploring Manchester without the peak tourist crowds of summer. You might also find more competitive flight prices during these times. Booking your flight several months in advance often secures better deals, especially if you have flexible travel dates.

Airports in Christchurch

Planning a trip from Christchurch to Manchester? Your journey will start at Christchurch's primary international gateway.

Christchurch Airport (CHC)

Christchurch Airport is the main international and domestic travel hub serving the South Island. Located 12 kilometres northwest of the city centre, the facility offers a comprehensive range of amenities for departing passengers. Travellers can find various dining options, retail stores, and duty-free shopping before their flight. This airport also provides currency exchange services and several lounges for passenger comfort.

Airports in Manchester

When travelling from Christchurch, your flights to Manchester will typically arrive at Manchester Airport, the main international gateway for the North of England.

Manchester Airport (MAN)

Manchester Airport is the United Kingdom's third busiest airport, situated 14 kilometres southwest of Manchester city centre. This significant travel hub features three passenger terminals, with Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 handling most long-haul international arrivals. Facilities at the airport include numerous dining options, duty-free shopping, and lounges across its terminals. Ground transport connections are robust, offering direct rail services to Manchester Piccadilly station, as well as extensive bus, coach, and taxi links to the wider region.

Book your flights from Christchurch to Manchester at the best price

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Christchurch to Manchester

Is it safe to travel from Christchurch to Manchester during the Covid-19 situation?

At eDreams we do our best to ensure that your travel plans won't be affected by restrictions or possible cancellations that United Kingdom may apply. Using the flexible ticket gurantee you can decide if you rather rebook or get a refund!

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Christchurch to Manchester?

When you fly from Christchurch to Manchester the average price is $2,982.32. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

For flights from Christchurch to Manchester, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Christchurch to Manchester is 968$. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is Manchester more expensive than Christchurch to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Manchester costs about $ 7.70 NZD, 71% more expensive than Christchurch, with a fare of $ 4.50 NZD,

while train tickets cost 51% more at Manchester: $ 4.53 NZD versus $ 3.00 NZD at Christchurch.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 33.97 NZD in Manchester, 13% more than the 30.00 NZD in Christchurch.

The price of the coffee is around 42% more expensive in Manchester, with an average of 8.18 NZD , while in Christchurch the coffee costs 5.77 NZD.

How long does the flight from Christchurch to Manchester take?

Flight length from Christchurch to Manchester is around 24 h and 55 m on average, at an average distance of 18,846.91 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in Manchester compared to Christchurch?

While in Christchurch the temperatures can reach an average of 30 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Manchester's temperatures can go up to 26.08 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around -2.77 ºC in Manchester, compared to the -2.38 ºC average degrees reported in Christchurch. During the winter period, Christchurch can register 2.3 mm precipitation, while Manchester have an average of 3 mm rain level.

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