The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gisborne Airport (GIS) in Gisborne, New Zealand is 705 kilometers (438 miles / 381 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 23:20 in Christchurch, it's 23:20 in Gisborne.

The return flight from Gisborne (GIS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 219° (southwest). 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 Gisborne Airport (GIS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.