Christchurch Prices & Travel Costs

Last Updated: Dec 2021

For most international travelers, Christchurch is more of a transit hub than a destination unto itself. It’s the largest city on the super-scenic South Island, so many visitors will begin and/or end their trip here. The city is still famously recovering from the devastating earthquakes in 2011, so visitors are likely to see some damage and a lot of rebuilding for years to come.

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Travel Costs to Christchurch

Population 366,000
Area 379,000
Timezone UTC+12
Currency New Zealand dollar
Airports Christchurch International Airport (CHC)
1 USD = 1.6400 NZD
134 World cities ranked cheapest to most expensive: Backpacker Index for 2024

Accommodation Costs in Christchurch

Christchurch Hotel Seasons

Christchurch Hotel Prices

Rating Price(USD)
starstarstarstarstar15.85 - 20.12
starstarstarstarstar68.29 - 85.98
starstarstarstarstar76.22 - 120.73
starstarstarstarstar104.88 - 153.66
starstarstarstarstar81.71 - 129.27

Christchurch Hostels Prices

Type Price(USD)
Hostel Bed15.24 - 19.51

Christchurch Attractions Prices

Location Description Type Price(USD)
Air Force MuseumThis museum showcases full size replicas of fighting planes and more.
adult
children
0.00
0.00
Ferrymead Heritage ParkThis park is fill of special events, horse and carriage rides as well as tram rides. Great for those traveling with kids.
students
adult
6.10
7.93
Orana Wildlife ParkWelcome to New Zealand's largest wildlife sanctuary where you'll get the chance to see both local and international wildlife.
5 to 14
adult
5.49
21.95

Christchurch Food and Drink Prices

Food Type Description Price(USD)
Budget breakfastCoffee, pastries and more await you at many of the local cafes.4.27 - 7.32
Budget lunchFor lunch you can choose from sit down restaurants or places to get a quick bite to eat.6.10 - 10.98
Budget dinnerDinner is more of a formal event with higher prices but there are still places around that serve great food at very reasonable prices.7.93 - 15.24
BeerBoth domestic and imported beer tends to be on the more expensive side whether sold at a restaurant or bar.4.88 - 6.71

Christchurch Transport Prices

Type Price(USD)
Shuttle bus from airport to Christchurch city center14.63 - 26.83
Public bus from airport to city1.22 - 4.88
Taxi from airport to Christchurch27.44
Public bus in Christchurch1.22 - 2.44
Christchurch Tramway (2 days)15.24
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When to visit Christchurch

Temperature and rainfall

Month High F Low F Precip (inches)
January72542.0
February70542.0
March66502.0
April63462.0
May57392.0
June52362.0
July50343.0
August54362.0
September57412.0
October63452.0
November66482.0
December68522.0

Christchurch Weather advice

Sunrise and sunset

21 Mar7:32am7:41pm
21 Jun8:03am4:59pm
21 Sep6:22am6:25pm
21 Dec5:44am9:10pm

Where to go before and after