CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,140 km
1,951 miles
EMD
Emerald
Australia
Distance
3,140 km
1,951 mi / 1,695 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
307°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC EMD
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Emerald Airport
IATA Code CHC EMD
ICAO Code NZCH YEML
City Christchurch Emerald
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 624 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -23.570000, 148.180000

Christchurch (CHC) to Emerald (EMD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Emerald Airport (EMD) in Emerald, Australia is 3,140 kilometers (1,951 miles / 1,695 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northwest at a heading of 307°.

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 13:18 in Christchurch, it's 10:18 in Emerald. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Emerald (EMD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 141° (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 Emerald Airport (EMD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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