CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,480 km
2,784 miles
MHX
Manihiki Island
CK
Distance
4,480 km
2,784 mi / 2,419 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-23h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
43°
northeast

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CHC MHX
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Manihiki Island Airport
IATA Code CHC MHX
ICAO Code NZCH NCMH
City Christchurch Manihiki Island
Country New Zealand CK
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Rarotonga
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -10.380000, -161.000000

Christchurch (CHC) to Manihiki Island (MHX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) in Manihiki Island, CK is 4,480 kilometers (2,784 miles / 2,419 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 CK. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:41 in Christchurch, it's 00:41 in Manihiki Island. With a 23-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Manihiki Island (MHX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 210° (south 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 Manihiki Island Airport (MHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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