CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,037 km
2,508 miles
MKV
Mount Cavenagh Airport
Australia
Distance
4,037 km
2,508 mi / 2,180 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
286°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC MKV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Mount Cavenagh Airport
IATA Code CHC MKV
ICAO Code NZCH YMVG
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Darwin
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -25.970000, 133.200000

Christchurch (CHC) to Mount Cavenagh Airport (MKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Mount Cavenagh Airport (MKV) in Mount Cavenagh Airport, Australia is 4,037 kilometers (2,508 miles / 2,180 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 06:05 in Christchurch, it's 02:35 in Mount Cavenagh Airport. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Mount Cavenagh Airport (MKV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 129° (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 Mount Cavenagh Airport (MKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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