CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
210 km
130 miles
TWZ
Twitzel
New Zealand
Distance
210 km
130 mi / 113 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
246°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CHC TWZ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Pukaki Airport
IATA Code CHC TWZ
ICAO Code NZCH NZUK
City Christchurch Twitzel
Country New Zealand New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 123 ft 1,575 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -44.230000, 170.120000

Christchurch (CHC) to Twitzel (TWZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Pukaki Airport (TWZ) in Twitzel, New Zealand is 210 kilometers (130 miles / 113 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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 03:30 in Christchurch, it's 03:30 in Twitzel.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,452 feet between the two airports. Pukaki Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Twitzel (TWZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 68° (east 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 Pukaki Airport (TWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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