CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,550 km
1,584 miles
CUD
Caloundra Airport
Australia
Distance
2,550 km
1,584 mi / 1,377 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC CUD
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Caloundra Airport
IATA Code CHC CUD
ICAO Code NZCH YCDR
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 12 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -26.800000, 153.100000

Christchurch (CHC) to Caloundra Airport (CUD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Caloundra Airport (CUD) in Caloundra Airport, Australia is 2,550 kilometers (1,584 miles / 1,377 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:53 in Christchurch, it's 07:53 in Caloundra Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Caloundra Airport (CUD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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