Airport Comparison
| AYU | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Aiyura Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | AYU | CHC |
| ICAO Code | AYAY | NZCH |
| City | Aiyura Valley | Christchurch |
| Country | Papua New Guinea | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Port_Moresby | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 5,355 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | -6.340000, 145.900000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Aiyura Valley (AYU) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Aiyura Airport (AYU) in Aiyura Valley, Papua New Guinea to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 4,881 kilometers (3,033 miles / 2,636 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.
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 Papua New Guinea with New Zealand. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:44 in Aiyura Valley, it's 23:44 in Christchurch. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,232 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Aiyura Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Aiyura Valley (AYU) follows a heading of 320° (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 Aiyura Airport (AYU) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.