Skiing near Christchurch Airport (CHC)
Ski Resorts near Christchurch Airport, New Zealand
CHC - Christchurch International
There are more than half a dozen ski areas within a few hours drive of Christchurch.
The Top 5 most popular ski resorts near Christchurch are Craigieburn, Mount Cheeseman, Mount Dobson, Porter Heights and Temple Basin.
Ski Resort Transfers from Christchurch
Car Hire or Airport Transfers & Taxis
Note:- Ski resort transfer times from Christchurch are approximate, subject to weather and traffic conditions. Travel at off-peak times to maximise time on the ski slopes.
Deepest Snow
| Ski Resort Report | Upper |
|---|---|
| Mount Hutt | 150cm |
| Porter Heights | 100cm |
| Mount Dobson | 65cm |
| Broken River | 40cm |
| Temple Basin | 40cm |
Forecast Snow
| Snow Forecast | 48 Hr | Fri | Sat |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | - | ||
| Mount Lyford | 2cm | ||
| Hanmer Springs | 1cm | ||
| Broken River | - | ||
| Mount Cheeseman | - |
Forecast updated : 01 Aug 2025 19:06 IST
More Snow reports from around ChristchurchHighest lift-served ski areas within 3 hours drive of Christchurch
The highest lift-served skiing close to Christchurch, by the highest lift (top) altitude.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Top |
|---|---|---|
| Broken River | 90min | 1,820m |
| Craigieburn | 105min | 1,811m |
| Hanmer Springs | 105min | 1,850m |
| Mount Cheeseman | 105min | 1,874m |
| Mount Dobson | 165min | 2,046m |
| Mount Hutt | 75min | 2,080m |
| Mount Lyford | 120min | 1,750m |
| Porter Heights | 75min | 1,980m |
| Temple Basin | 120min | 1,753m |
Best ski areas for Beginners within 3 hours drive of Christchurch
The most suitable beginner ski areas close to Christchurch, with easy slopes and ski schools.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Beginn. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | 165min |  |
| Porter Heights | 75min | |
Best ski areas for Intermediate Skiers within 3 hours drive of Christchurch
The best intermediate ski resorts near Christchurch, with easy to moderate ski runs.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Interm. |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | 165min | |
| Mount Hutt | 75min |  |
| Mount Lyford | 120min | |
Best ski areas for Expert Skiers and Snowboarders within 3 hours drive of Christchurch
The best ski areas for Advanced and Expert skiers and boarders around Christchurch, with steep pistes and freeride terrain.
| Ski Resort | Txfrs | Experts |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Dobson | 165min | |
| Mount Hutt | 75min | |
| Porter Heights | 75min | |
| Temple Basin | 120min | |