Airport Comparison
| BBG | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Butaritari Atoll Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | BBG | CHC |
| ICAO Code | NGTU | NZCH |
| City | Butaritari Atoll | Christchurch |
| Country | Kiribati | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Tarawa | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 5 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 3.090000, 172.810000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Butaritari Atoll (BBG) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Butaritari Atoll Airport (BBG) in Butaritari Atoll, Kiribati to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 5,180 kilometers (3,218 miles / 2,797 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying south at a heading of 180°.
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 00:34 in Butaritari Atoll, it's 01:34 in Christchurch.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Butaritari Atoll (BBG) follows a heading of 0° (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 Butaritari Atoll Airport (BBG) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.