CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,907 km
3,049 miles
GAP
Gusap
Papua New Guinea
Distance
4,907 km
3,049 mi / 2,649 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
320°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC GAP
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Gusap Airport
IATA Code CHC GAP
ICAO Code NZCH AYGP
City Christchurch Gusap
Country New Zealand Papua New Guinea
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation 123 ft 1,504 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -6.050000, 145.960000

Christchurch (CHC) to Gusap (GAP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gusap Airport (GAP) in Gusap, Papua New Guinea is 4,907 kilometers (3,049 miles / 2,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:45 in Christchurch, it's 18:45 in Gusap. 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 1,381 feet between the two airports. Gusap Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Gusap (GAP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 152° (south 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 Gusap Airport (GAP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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