Airport Name and ICAO/IATA Code
Christchurch International Airport (ICAO: NZCH / IATA: CHC)
Location (City, Country)
Christchurch, New Zealand
Airport Type & Size
Christchurch is a medium-sized international airport serving the South Island of New Zealand.
It has a single runway:
- Runway 02/20
The airport currently handles passenger traffic only, but there is a dedicated cargo apron planned for future development. CHC supports a mix of regional and international traffic, with some long-haul capability via its limited number of L/X stands (around 6).
Why should this airport be added to World of Airports?
CHC is a perfect mid-size Pacific/Oceania destination, helping to support realistic traffic between Sydney, Singapore, GRU, and other existing WoA airports. Its size offers balanced gameplay, ideal for players who want variety without the scale of mega-hubs.
Adding CHC also expands New Zealand representation, complementing connections to AKL and regional cities.
Major Airlines & Routes
Qantas, Jetstar, Air New ZealandSample destinations:
SYD, MEL, SIN, SFO, HKG, DXB, CAN, ZQN, IVC, WLG, NSN, AKL, BHE, PMR, HLZ, TRG, NPL, ROT
Unique Features or Challenges
- Balanced layout with a mix of domestic and international gates
- Limited but strategic long-haul operations
- Planned cargo area adds expansion potential
- Ideal for A320, B737, B789, and future mid/long-haul gameplay
- Great visual and regional variation for Oceania/Pacific route networks
Optional: Links, images, maps, or videos
Christchurch Airport - Wikipedia
