AIS
Arorae Island
Kiribati
4,564 km
2,836 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
4,564 km
2,836 mi / 2,464 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Pacific/Tarawa
Heading
185°
south

Airport Comparison

AIS CHC
Airport Name Arorae Island Airport Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code AIS CHC
ICAO Code NGTR NZCH
City Arorae Island Christchurch
Country Kiribati New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Tarawa Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 0 ft 123 ft
Coordinates -2.620000, 176.800000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Arorae Island (AIS) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Arorae Island Airport (AIS) in Arorae Island, Kiribati to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 4,564 kilometers (2,836 miles / 2,464 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying south at a heading of 185°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 16:20 in Arorae Island, it's 17:20 in Christchurch.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Arorae Island (AIS) follows a heading of 7° (north). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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