Airport Comparison
| AKL | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | CHC |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | NZCH |
| City | Auckland | Christchurch |
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 746 kilometers (463 miles / 403 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 194°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.
Time zone information: When it's 20:06 in Auckland, it's 20:06 in Christchurch.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 16° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.