AVV
Melbourne
Australia
2,427 km
1,508 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
2,427 km
1,508 mi / 1,310 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+2h
Australia/Melbourne
Heading
113°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

AVV CHC
Airport Name Avalon Airport Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code AVV CHC
ICAO Code YMAV NZCH
City Melbourne Christchurch
Country Australia New Zealand
Timezone Australia/Melbourne Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 35 ft 123 ft
Coordinates -38.040000, 144.470000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Melbourne (AVV) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Avalon Airport (AVV) in Melbourne, Australia to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 2,427 kilometers (1,508 miles / 1,310 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:38 in Melbourne, it's 17:38 in Christchurch.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Melbourne (AVV) follows a heading of 275° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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