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AKL to CHC: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is 745 km (463 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 1h 25m, heading south. The distance is the same in either direction (CHC to AKL).

Distance
745 km
Distance (mi)
463 mi
Nautical miles
402 nm
Typical flight time
1h 25m
Direction
south
Airlines
2

How far is it from Auckland to Christchurch?

The great-circle distance between Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) is 745 km (463 mi, 402 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.

How long is the flight from AKL to CHC?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 1h 25m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. CHC is roughly south of AKL.

Airlines flying AKL to CHC

2 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is Auckland from Christchurch?

Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) are 745 km (463 mi, 402 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from AKL to CHC?

A typical nonstop flight between AKL and CHC takes about 1h 25m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is CHC from AKL?

Christchurch International Airport (CHC) lies roughly south of Auckland International Airport (AKL).

Which airlines fly AKL to CHC?

2 airlines appear on the AKL-CHC route in the open dataset, including Jetstar Airways, Air New Zealand.

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