CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,411 km
2,120 miles
LRE
Longreach
Australia
Distance
3,411 km
2,120 mi / 1,842 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
302°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC LRE
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Longreach Airport
IATA Code CHC LRE
ICAO Code NZCH YLRE
City Christchurch Longreach
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 627 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -23.430000, 144.280000

Christchurch (CHC) to Longreach (LRE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Longreach Airport (LRE) in Longreach, Australia is 3,411 kilometers (2,120 miles / 1,842 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 302°.

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 02:44 in Christchurch, it's 23:44 in Longreach. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Longreach (LRE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 138° (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 Longreach Airport (LRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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