CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
147 km
92 miles
KBZ
Kaikoura Airport
New Zealand
Distance
147 km
92 mi / 80 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
37°
northeast

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CHC KBZ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Kaikoura Airport
IATA Code CHC KBZ
ICAO Code NZCH NZKI
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 123 ft 20 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -42.420000, 173.600000

Christchurch (CHC) to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) in Kaikoura Airport, New Zealand is 147 kilometers (92 miles / 80 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

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 20:13 in Christchurch, it's 20:13 in Kaikoura Airport.

The return flight from Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 216° (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 Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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