CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
5,383 km
3,345 miles
CJF
Coondewanna Airport
Australia
Distance
5,383 km
3,345 mi / 2,906 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
277°
west

Airport Comparison

CHC CJF
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Coondewanna Airport
IATA Code CHC CJF
ICAO Code NZCH YCWA
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Perth
Elevation 123 ft 2,327 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -22.970000, 118.810000

Christchurch (CHC) to Coondewanna Airport (CJF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Coondewanna Airport (CJF) in Coondewanna Airport, Australia is 5,383 kilometers (3,345 miles / 2,906 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:31 in Christchurch, it's 21:31 in Coondewanna Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,204 feet between the two airports. Coondewanna Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Coondewanna Airport (CJF) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 129° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Coondewanna Airport (CJF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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