Affordable Accommodation in Christchurch
Airways Motel offers affordable accommodation in Christchurch, 5 minutes from the airport on Dinton Street in Russley. We’re a 4-star motel that has been welcoming guests since 1998, run by hosts Jeff and Naomi, with comfortable rooms at a fair price and a generous list of inclusions in every stay.
Every stay includes free off-street parking, free unlimited WiFi, and free calling within New Zealand. Our free airport shuttle is available by arrangement too, making us a practical and affordable base whether you’re catching an early flight, picking up a campervan, or simply after a handy place to stay in Christchurch.
Over the years, Airways Motel has grown into a popular choice for a wide range of guests, from airport transit travellers and business professionals to families, ski-field day-trippers, and sports teams. With 19 fully air-conditioned units ranging from studios to a self-contained townhouse, there’s comfortable, affordable accommodation to suit every type of stay.
What’s included in every stay
Every Airways Motel room comes with:
- Free off-street parking, with one space per unit
- Free unlimited WiFi
- Free calling within New Zealand
- G3TV with casting, live TV, movies, games, radio & your streaming appsÂ
- A free airport shuttle by arrangement, 8am–8pm
- Cooked and continental breakfast available when you want it
- A 24/7 convenience store just 50m away for anything you’ve forgotten
Affordable rooms for every kind of stay
With 19 units, there’s a room to suit a range of budgets and group sizes. Our Queen Studios are a comfortable, self-contained option for solo travellers and couples. One-bedroom units add a separate bedroom and a spacious lounge, and the self-contained Townhouse suits families and groups of up to five. Every room is non-smoking with a private ensuite, air conditioning and heating, tea and coffee, and a microwave, toaster and jug. Browse all room options to find the right fit for your stay.
Affordable family accommodation in Christchurch
Our self-contained Townhouse sleeps up to five, with a full kitchen and its own laundry, making it handy for families who would like to prepare their own meals and do washing during their stay. There’s a private garden, a shower plus a separate bath, and plenty of space to spread out. Cots are $10 to hire and infants under 2 stay free in an existing bed, making it a comfortable and affordable option for families visiting Christchurch.
A handy base, 5 minutes from the airport
Our location is part of the appeal. We’re on Russley Road, the main route into Christchurch from the north, west and south, just 5 minutes from the airport and around 20 minutes from the city centre, with a bus stop right outside the door. The International Antarctic Centre and the Air Force Museum of New Zealand are both a short drive away, and we’re on the main route to Mt Hutt and the Canterbury ski fields, making it a convenient place to come back to at the end of the day.
Book direct for the best rate
The best way to get our lowest available rate is to book directly with us, by phone on +64 3 342 9464 or through our website. Booking direct avoids the commission that third-party sites add. If you’re staying several nights, relocating, or travelling as a group, get in touch and we’ll do our best to sort out a rate that works for you.
Frequently Asked Questions
Airways Motel offers affordable, good-value accommodation in Christchurch. You get a comfortable 4-star room 5 minutes from the airport, with free parking, free WiFi, and free calling within New Zealand all included in the rate.
Our Queen Studios are the best value for solo travellers and couples, providing a comfortable, self-contained room with everything you need for a short stay. See all room options to compare.
Yes. Our self-contained Townhouse sleeps up to 5 and works out well per person for families, with a full kitchen and laundry that help keep costs down on longer stays. Cots are $10 to hire and infants under 2 stay free in an existing bed.
Book directly with us by phone or through our website for the best available rate. Booking direct avoids the commission added by third-party sites. Contact us if you’re staying several nights or travelling as a group and we’ll do our best to help.
