CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,886 km
2,415 miles
CNS
Cairns
Australia
Distance
3,886 km
2,415 mi / 2,098 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
311°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC CNS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Cairns International Airport
IATA Code CHC CNS
ICAO Code NZCH YBCS
City Christchurch Cairns
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -16.890000, 145.750000

Christchurch (CHC) to Cairns (CNS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cairns International Airport (CNS) in Cairns, Australia is 3,886 kilometers (2,415 miles / 2,098 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

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 02:56 in Christchurch, it's 23:56 in Cairns. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Cairns (CNS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 145° (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 Cairns International Airport (CNS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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