Christchurch Airport is a modern airport located 20 km to the west of Christchurch. It also lies 12 km to the northeast of the capital city. The airport boasts of modern facilities that include conference and business facilities. It has a business lounge and a VIP lounge. There are also other facilities such as facilities for the disabled and car parking is provided on site. The car park at the terminal building has a space of 200 parking places. There is usually no charge for parking for the first 15 minutes.
The nearest accommodation is at suburb of harewood, which is located 5 km away from the airport. Hotel Christchurch is one of the hotels situated 5 minutes from the airport and offers shuttle bus transfers to the airport. Other hotels available near the airport are numerous and they are they are a nice place to rejuvenate before starting your journey.
There are various transport options available for travelers at the airport. Various car hire companies are available at the airport, but it’s worth going for a company that will offer you the best services. There are also taxi services within the airport. There is a taxi rank located just outside the Arrivals. The taxi queues are normally quite long during peak periods. Those who travel as a group will find it ideal to hire the private transfers from the airport. Airport bus transfers is the cheapest means of transport to and fro the airport. Those travelers who stay close the main bus station get direct access to Christchurch Airport Buses. These normally take between 30 to 40 minutes and usually cost a few bucks. The buses normally leave shortly after the arrival of the aircrafts. Shuttle coaches are also available at the airport.
There are various terminal facilities in the airport that include Money exchange services. There are two bureau de change with one in the International Departures and another in the International Arrivals. A bank and a post office are also available. Free Wi-Fi access is available in the terminal buildings as well as two fixed internet kiosks. There are also various cafes selling hot and cold drinks in the airport. A duty-free shop is also available at Christchurch Airport and sells various items that include local produce, perfumes, and fashion. Available also at the domestic arrival area is a newspaper and tobacco shop.
The airport also has some other facilities such as luggage services. Luggage wrapping service is also availed to travelers at the airport. Other major services availed include a tour operator or travel agency situated on site. Christchurch Airport is under some major expansion and improvement and therefore there is further terminal expansion expected in the near future.
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