Christchurch (CHC) has 4 lounges in our list, 1 on Priority Pass. Access depends on your ticket, airline status, Priority Pass or your card (by issuing country). Checked 2026-11-02.
CHC lounges and how to get in
Ways in come from the lounge, airline, Priority Pass or card issuer pages listed on each lounge.
| Lounge | Terminal | Ways in |
|---|---|---|
| Manaia LoungeIndependent (Christchurch Airport); PlaneBiz (secondary) | International Terminal, departures zone after passport control, opposite Gate 29 | Priority Pass Amex Platinum (US) Ticket Pay at the door |
| Air New Zealand International Koru LoungeAir New Zealand | International Departures, within Aelia Duty Free | Status other |
| Air New Zealand Domestic Koru LoungeAir New Zealand | Domestic Departures | Status Ticket |
| Air New Zealand Regional Express LoungeAir New Zealand | Ground floor behind Fly Thru Cafe, next to Gates 3-14 | Status |
Questions
Which lounges at Christchurch (CHC) take Priority Pass?
Manaia Lounge (International Terminal, departures zone after passport control, opposite Gate 29).
Which CHC lounges can I use on a Schengen flight?
Not applicable or not confirmed for this airport.
Is this CHC lounge list up to date?
Researched on 2026-11-02. Lounges change hours and access rules often; each lounge page lists its sources.
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