CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,906 km
1,806 miles
HPA
Lifuka
Tonga
Distance
2,906 km
1,806 mi / 1,569 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
29°
north northeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC HPA
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Lifuka Island Airport
IATA Code CHC HPA
ICAO Code NZCH NFTL
City Christchurch Lifuka
Country New Zealand Tonga
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Tongatapu
Elevation 123 ft 31 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -19.780000, -174.340000

Christchurch (CHC) to Lifuka (HPA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Lifuka Island Airport (HPA) in Lifuka, Tonga is 2,906 kilometers (1,806 miles / 1,569 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:24 in Christchurch, it's 10:24 in Lifuka.

The return flight from Lifuka (HPA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). 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 Lifuka Island Airport (HPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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