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Discover location access and permissions for filming in Christchurch and the region, international airport facilities, current weather and regional driving maps and routes.

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A world of film locations, within close proximity

New Zealand offers many diverse and accessible locations. In Canterbury, everything is within one hours flight from Christchurch International Airport. Our filmmakers love the ability to be on a mountain one day, then a stunning beach, lake or forest the next. Get in touch with us today, we can't wait to show you around.

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Permitting & location access

Find out about the permitting and location access, and protocols you should know before filming.

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International airport facilities

Christchurch International airport is New Zealand’s second largest airport providing a major hub and strategic connection to the world’s film & Television markets.

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Weather in Christchurch & Canterbury

Compared to other major centres in New Zealand, Christchurch is known for its dry, stable and temperate weather.

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Regional maps and driving route


South Island drive times

Christchurch is also the gateway to the South Island’s world renowned and spectacular scenery.

Find the South Island drive times on the drivenz.co.nz website

  • Dunedin - 5 hours from Christchurch
  • Queenstown - 6 hours drive from Christchurch
  • Wanaka - 5 hours drive from Christchurch
  • Nelson - 6 hours drive from Christchurch

Driving routes

Christchurch city is easy to navigate, compact, and flat with extensive well-designed roads making it hassle free to cross the city and access the arterial roads and highways.

Canterbury regional map and driving route

Screen CanterburyNZ covers the central South Island, including the West Coast, Southern Alps and the east coast from Kaikoura to the Waitaki River.

Download and print the free New Zealand Touring Map to see information on each of the regions in New Zealand and 16 themed highways.