CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,520 km
2,187 miles
CWR
Cowarie Airport
Australia
Distance
3,520 km
2,187 mi / 1,900 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
289°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC CWR
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Cowarie Airport
IATA Code CHC CWR
ICAO Code NZCH YCWI
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Adelaide
Elevation 123 ft 52 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -27.710000, 138.330000

Christchurch (CHC) to Cowarie Airport (CWR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cowarie Airport (CWR) in Cowarie Airport, Australia is 3,520 kilometers (2,187 miles / 1,900 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 06:28 in Christchurch, it's 03:58 in Cowarie Airport.

The return flight from Cowarie Airport (CWR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 129° (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 Cowarie Airport (CWR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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