CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,653 km
2,891 miles
GRL
Au
Papua New Guinea
Distance
4,653 km
2,891 mi / 2,512 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
321°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC GRL
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Garasa Airport
IATA Code CHC GRL
ICAO Code NZCH AYGG
City Christchurch Au
Country New Zealand Papua New Guinea
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Port_Moresby
Elevation 123 ft 2,539 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -7.980000, 147.210000

Christchurch (CHC) to Au (GRL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Garasa Airport (GRL) in Au, Papua New Guinea is 4,653 kilometers (2,891 miles / 2,512 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 07:51 in Christchurch, it's 04:51 in Au. 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 2,416 feet between the two airports. Garasa Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Au (GRL) 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 Garasa Airport (GRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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