CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
138 km
86 miles
TIU
Timaru Airport
New Zealand
Distance
138 km
86 mi / 74 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
229°
southwest

Airport Comparison

CHC TIU
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Timaru Airport
IATA Code CHC TIU
ICAO Code NZCH NZTU
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 123 ft 89 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -44.300000, 171.230000

Christchurch (CHC) to Timaru Airport (TIU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Timaru Airport (TIU) in Timaru Airport, New Zealand is 138 kilometers (86 miles / 74 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 00:52 in Christchurch, it's 00:52 in Timaru Airport.

The return flight from Timaru Airport (TIU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 50° (northeast). 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 Timaru Airport (TIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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