CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,126 km
2,564 miles
LUT
New Laura Airport
Australia
Distance
4,126 km
2,564 mi / 2,228 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
311°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC LUT
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport New Laura Airport
IATA Code CHC LUT
ICAO Code NZCH YLRS
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -15.180000, 144.370000

Christchurch (CHC) to New Laura Airport (LUT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to New Laura Airport (LUT) in New Laura Airport, Australia is 4,126 kilometers (2,564 miles / 2,228 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 23:52 in Christchurch, it's 20:52 in New Laura Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from New Laura Airport (LUT) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 145° (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 New Laura Airport (LUT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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