CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,271 km
1,411 miles
SIO
Smithton Airport
Australia
Distance
2,271 km
1,411 mi / 1,226 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
268°
west

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CHC SIO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Smithton Airport
IATA Code CHC SIO
ICAO Code NZCH YSMI
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Hobart
Elevation 123 ft 31 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -40.840000, 145.080000

Christchurch (CHC) to Smithton Airport (SIO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Smithton Airport (SIO) in Smithton Airport, Australia is 2,271 kilometers (1,411 miles / 1,226 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west at a heading of 268°.

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 01:56 in Christchurch, it's 23:56 in Smithton Airport.

The return flight from Smithton Airport (SIO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 107° (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 Smithton Airport (SIO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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