Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Christchurch travel guide

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You're Going to Love Christchurch

With a population of 42’396, Christchurch is a must-see destination in England, United Kingdom. Christchurch deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

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Where to Eat in Christchurch

If you’re looking for affordable options, Ship Inn Distress (66 Stanpit) and The Oaks Highcliffe (The Oakes Highcliffe) are great picks.

When to visit Christchurch

Christchurch in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel
Christchurch in January
Estimated hotel price
£71
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Christchurch in July, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 22 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is December, when it can get as cold as 2 °C, with an average temperature of 4 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in October, when precipitation is around 90 mm. In contrast, April is usually the driest month of the year in Christchurch, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Christchurch

Plane

When flying to Christchurch, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Christchurch departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Christchurch is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 143 km from Christchurch. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Plane

When flying to Christchurch, you’ll arrive at Bournemouth (BOH), which is located 7 km from the city centre. The shortest domestic flight to Christchurch departs from Belfast and takes around 1h 20m.

Car

Another option to get to Christchurch is to pick up a car hire from London, which is about 143 km from Christchurch. You’ll find branches of Turo and Sixt, among others, in London.

Airports near Christchurch

BRSBristol
LHRLondon Heathrow
LGWLondon Gatwick

Airlines serving Christchurch

Lufthansa
Good (8,177 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,552 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,147 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,464 reviews)
SWISS
Good (2,025 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,483 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,267 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,634 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (951 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,736 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (10,059 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,641 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,923 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,212 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,426 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,498 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,424 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (431 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,436 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,356 reviews)
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Where to stay in Christchurch

Average rates range from around £85 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to £171 and up for a 5-star experience.

Where to stay in popular areas of Christchurch

Most booked hotels in Christchurch

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Heronshaw House
3 stars
Excellent (9, Excellent reviews)
£105+
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The Kings Arms
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
£95+
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Harbour Hotel & Spa Christchurch
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
£189+
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Holiday Inn Express Poole By IHG
3 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
£96+
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Sandbanks Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
£122+
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Durley Dean
4 stars
Good (7.3, Good reviews)
£51+
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Hiring a car in Christchurch

Hiring a car in Christchurch costs £38 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Christchurch.

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Christchurch (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.48 and £24.64. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Christchurch, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Christchurch costs £38 per day, on average, or £77 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

It’s generally cheaper to hire your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 2% cheaper than airport locations in Christchurch.

Expect to pay £1.54 per litre in Christchurch (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £18.48 and £24.64. Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Christchurch, while also 47% cheaper than other types, on average.

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