AFT
Bila
Solomon Islands
3,976 km
2,470 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
3,976 km
2,470 mi / 2,147 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Pacific/Guadalcanal
Heading
166°
south southeast

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AFT CHC
Airport Name Afutara Aerodrome Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code AFT CHC
ICAO Code AGAF NZCH
City Bila Christchurch
Country Solomon Islands New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Guadalcanal Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 23 ft 123 ft
Coordinates -9.190000, 160.950000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Bila (AFT) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Afutara Aerodrome (AFT) in Bila, Solomon Islands to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 3,976 kilometers (2,470 miles / 2,147 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south southeast at a heading of 166°.

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 Solomon Islands with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:02 in Bila, it's 09:02 in Christchurch.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Bila (AFT) follows a heading of 340° (north northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Afutara Aerodrome (AFT) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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