CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,437 km
2,757 miles
DKV
Docker River Airport
Australia
Distance
4,437 km
2,757 mi / 2,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
283°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC DKV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Docker River Airport
IATA Code CHC DKV
ICAO Code NZCH YDVR
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Darwin
Elevation 123 ft 589 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -24.860000, 129.070000

Christchurch (CHC) to Docker River Airport (DKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Docker River Airport (DKV) in Docker River Airport, Australia is 4,437 kilometers (2,757 miles / 2,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 05:26 in Christchurch, it's 01:56 in Docker River Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Docker River Airport (DKV) 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 Docker River Airport (DKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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