CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
5,268 km
3,273 miles
GBV
Gibb River Airport
Australia
Distance
5,268 km
3,273 mi / 2,845 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
290°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC GBV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Gibb River Airport
IATA Code CHC GBV
ICAO Code NZCH YGIB
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Perth
Elevation 123 ft 509 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -16.420000, 126.440000

Christchurch (CHC) to Gibb River Airport (GBV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gibb River Airport (GBV) in Gibb River Airport, Australia is 5,268 kilometers (3,273 miles / 2,845 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Christchurch, it's 20:22 in Gibb River Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gibb River Airport (GBV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 135° (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 Gibb River Airport (GBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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