Airport Code

CHC

Christchurch International Airport

ICAO: NZCH

About Christchurch International Airport Airport

Located in Christchurch, New Zealand, Christchurch International Airport operates under the IATA designation CHC and ICAO identifier NZCH. The airport is an important hub for passengers arriving in the Christchurch metropolitan area.

Passengers should note this airport runs on Pacific/Auckland time. It sits at latitude -43.4894 and longitude 172.5320. If you need alternatives, the closest airports are TIU (Timaru, 138.4 km), KBZ (Kaikoura, 147.1 km), HKK (Hokitika, 152.4 km), MON (Mount Cook, 195.5 km), GTN (Glentanner, 198.7 km).

This page offers detailed information about CHC for travelers, pilots, and aviation enthusiasts alike — from current weather conditions to nearby airport alternatives and distance calculations.

Local Time

Pacific/Auckland

Location

Christchurch

New Zealand

Coordinates

-43.4894, 172.5320

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Frequently Asked Questions — CHC

What city is CHC airport in?

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is located in Christchurch, New Zealand.

What is the ICAO code for Christchurch International Airport?

The ICAO code for Christchurch International Airport is NZCH. This code is used by air traffic control and airline operations worldwide.

Where is CHC located?

CHC is located at latitude -43.48939895629883 and longitude 172.53199768066406 in Christchurch, New Zealand.

What timezone is CHC airport in?

Christchurch International Airport operates in the Pacific/Auckland timezone.

What does the airport code CHC stand for?

The IATA code CHC is the three-letter identifier assigned to Christchurch International Airport by the International Air Transport Association. You will find this code on your boarding pass, luggage tags, and flight booking systems.

What is the difference between CHC and NZCH?

CHC is the IATA code (3 letters, used on tickets and baggage) and NZCH is the ICAO code (4 letters, used by pilots and air traffic control) for Christchurch International Airport.

What is the weather like at CHC airport?

You can check the current weather conditions at CHC airport at the top of this page. We provide real-time temperature data powered by Open-Meteo.

What airports are near CHC?

The closest airports to CHC are: TIU (Timaru, 138.4 km), KBZ (Kaikoura, 147.1 km), HKK (Hokitika, 152.4 km), MON (Mount Cook, 195.5 km), GTN (Glentanner, 198.7 km).