Overnight layover guide. Sleeping facilities in the public zone or boarding area
Please note that some published services and schedules may be subject to change. If the idea is to spend the night in the public area, consider a plan B in case the stay inside the airport is only allowed for those who are about to board.
Spending the night at the airport
Only passengers who can prove that they arrived after 10:30 pm via commercial transport and will be departing before 8:30 am will be allowed to stay inside the terminal. In addition, you will only be allowed to sit, not sleep or lie down.
Where to rest: The seats available are uncomfortable and the air conditioning is strong, so come prepared with warm clothes. Inside the terminal, there are some VIP lounges with greater comfort and privacy, but these are closed at night. Finally, there is a hotel next to the Arrivals Hall and more accommodation in the surrounding area with a shuttle service to their facilities.
Baggage: Luggage storage is only available from 4:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Eating and drinking: There are no options open during the night at this time.
Restrooms: Showers in the International Arrivals Hall and in the VIP lounges.
Wi-Fi: Free and unlimited.
Other services available around the clock: ATMs, children's play area, baby changing facilities.
Booking accommodation
Nearby Hotels
The Novotel Christchurch Airport is located adjacent to the International Arrivals Hall, outside gate 9. Some accommodation in the vicinity is serviced by complimentary shuttle buses, which depart outside gate 2.
Sudima Hotel Christchurch Airport (0.5 km/0.3 miles)
LyLo Christchurch (0.8 km/0.5 miles)
Commodore Airport Hotel Christchurch (1.7 km/1.1 miles)
Airport Christchurch Motel (2.1 km/1.3 miles)
Airport Gateway Motor Lodge (2.1 km/1.3 miles)