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There’s so much we’d love to share with you about our airport. On this page you can check out our latest news or browse our media releases.

We’re happy to interact with media and help you to tell stories about our airport, city and island. There’s always someone available to take media inquiries, through our Media Line +64 3 353 7777.


DHL invests in Christchurch Airport’s freight precinct
9 Dec 2024

DHL invests in Christchurch Airport’s freight precinct

Christchurch Airport is strengthening its position as a key driver of the South Island economy, with global logistics leader DHL Express committing to a NZD42 million state-of-the-art gateway facility at the airport’s Dakota Park freight precinct.

Christchurch to San Francisco Direct - United Airlines is back
6 Dec 2024

Christchurch to San Francisco Direct - United Airlines is back

We are thrilled to welcome the return of United Airlines, with the first flight of the summer season touching down on Friday, 6 December.

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2 Dec 2024

Cathay Pacific is back connecting Christchurch to the world with a huge seat surge.

Cathay Pacific are back at Christchurch Airport from 2 December, just in time for the summer season. The airline is offering 88% more seat capacity than last season

Christchurch Airport delivers big on freight
29 Oct 2024

Christchurch Airport delivers big on freight

Christchurch Airport has signed a significant deal with Fulton Hogan to expand its existing freight aircraft parking area, effectively doubling the airport’s freight handling capacity.

Christchurch Airport is gearing up for a huge summer season
10 Oct 2024

Christchurch Airport is gearing up for a huge summer season

Christchurch airport has been working closely with its airline partners to introduce a summer package that will see a 25% increase in seat capacity on long-haul international routes.

Christchurch Airport Relocates public transport pick-up points
8 Oct 2024

Christchurch Airport Relocates public transport pick-up points

Safer, shorter walks: Christchurch Airport is moving their rideshare pick-up zone

Meg Matthews Appointed to Christchurch Airport Board
26 Sep 2024

Meg Matthews Appointed to Christchurch Airport Board

Christchurch Airport is delighted to announce the appointment of Meg Matthews to its board of directors.

Fresh flavours landing soon
10 Sep 2024

Fresh flavours landing soon

This summer, our terminal is undergoing an exciting upgrade. We’re set to welcome 12 fantastic new eateries as well as an expanded retail offering and other new facilities. Ready to see what’s on the menu? Read more!

Christchurch International Airport Chair Sarah Ottrey joins Prime Minister’s mission
30 Aug 2024

Christchurch International Airport Chair Sarah Ottrey joins Prime Minister’s mission

Christchurch International Airport’s Chair, Sarah Ottrey, has been selected as the Business Delegation leader on the Prime Minister’s upcoming mission to Malaysia and South Korea.

Outstanding dividend return for Financial Year 2024
27 Aug 2024

Outstanding dividend return for Financial Year 2024

Today Christchurch Airport announced an increased dividend which reflects our diversification and a surge in international traffic.

Construction to begin on one of NZ’s largest solar farms
16 Aug 2024

Construction to begin on one of NZ’s largest solar farms

Christchurch Airport’s clean energy hub is a step closer to reality with our development partners Contact Energy and Lightsource bp confirming their investment to build the Kōwhai Park solar farm.

China Southern Airlines
31 Jul 2024

China Southern Airlines Returns to Christchurch for the Summer Season

China Southern Airlines returns to Christchurch for the summer season with a boost for Chinese New Year

Cathay Pacific back for the summer
27 Jun 2024

Cathay Pacific back for the summer

Cathay Pacific has reported a resounding success for its Hong Kong–Christchurch service, revealing significant passenger numbers and cargo volumes during their summer season.

Jetstar’s expansion a win for Christchurch
24 Jun 2024

Jetstar’s expansion a win for Christchurch

Christchurch Airport is welcoming news Jetstar is increasing its domestic and trans-Tasman schedules along with introducing the city’s first service direct to Cairns.

Christchurch Airport Terminal Upgrade
19 Jun 2024

Christchurch Airport Terminal Upgrade

Christchurch Airport’s unveiled plans for a revamp of its terminal offering with the new facilities expected to be ready for a busy summer of international visitors.

2024 Community Fund Recipients
13 Jun 2024

2024 Community Fund Recipients

We like to champion people doing great work in our communities, so meeting the most recent recipients of our Community Fund was a highlight.

From Christchurch to anywhere in the world
12 Jun 2024

From Christchurch to anywhere in the world

You can fly to 80% of the world from Christchurch Airport with just one stop. And, you can fly absolutely anywhere you want with two stops!

Studio Pilates
6 Jun 2024

Studio Pilates

Pilates and lattes … the perfect campus corner

China Southern Airlines
1 May 2024

China Southern Airlines confirms return to Christchurch

China Southern Airlines will return to Christchurch in October for an expanded season of its direct service between Christchurch Airport and the international hub of Guangzhou.

Warbirds 2024
24 Apr 2024

Christchurch Airport gives wings to Warbirds over Wanaka

We had the pleasure of hosting more than a dozen of the warbirds and our team worked hard to ensure they could get south for the show. We’ve been asked a lot about the role we played so we’ve put together some information for you.

Strong demand leads to increased Qantas flights to Christchurch
26 Mar 2024

Strong demand leads to increased Qantas flights to Christchurch

Christchurch Airport is welcoming Qantas’ decision to boost the number of flights between the city and Brisbane and Melbourne.

A flying farewell
11 Mar 2024

A flying farewell

We recently said hello and goodbye to an iconic US Air Force aircraft about to be retired.

Christchurch Airport interim dividend over-delivers
27 Feb 2024

Christchurch Airport interim dividend over-delivers

Christchurch Airport has released a half-year result which will deliver a higher interim dividend than forecast, from a total operating revenue of $115.5m for the six months to 31 December 2023.

Direct Christchurch to Hong Kong flights resume
15 Dec 2023

Direct Christchurch to Hong Kong flights resume

Christchurch Airport is preparing for the very welcome return of Cathay Pacific direct flights between Christchurch and Hong Kong.