CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,078 km
1,291 miles
LST
Launceston
Australia
Distance
2,078 km
1,291 mi / 1,122 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
267°
west

Airport Comparison

CHC LST
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Launceston Airport
IATA Code CHC LST
ICAO Code NZCH YMLT
City Christchurch Launceston
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Melbourne
Elevation 123 ft 562 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -41.550000, 147.210000

Christchurch (CHC) to Launceston (LST) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Launceston Airport (LST) in Launceston, Australia is 2,078 kilometers (1,291 miles / 1,122 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

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 14:06 in Christchurch, it's 12:06 in Launceston.

The return flight from Launceston (LST) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 104° (east 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 Launceston Airport (LST) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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