CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,553 km
1,587 miles
HLU
Houailou
New Caledonia
Distance
2,553 km
1,587 mi / 1,379 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
343°
north northwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC HLU
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Nesson Airport
IATA Code CHC HLU
ICAO Code NZCH NWWH
City Christchurch Houailou
Country New Zealand New Caledonia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Noumea
Elevation 123 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -21.260000, 165.620000

Christchurch (CHC) to Houailou (HLU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Nesson Airport (HLU) in Houailou, New Caledonia is 2,553 kilometers (1,587 miles / 1,379 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northwest at a heading of 343°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:55 in Christchurch, it's 20:55 in Houailou.

The return flight from Houailou (HLU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 167° (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 Nesson Airport (HLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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