CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,170 km
1,970 miles
IUE
Alofi
NU
Distance
3,170 km
1,970 mi / 1,712 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-24h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
37°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC IUE
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Niue International Airport
IATA Code CHC IUE
ICAO Code NZCH NIUE
City Christchurch Alofi
Country New Zealand NU
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Niue
Elevation 123 ft 209 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -19.080000, -169.930000

Christchurch (CHC) to Alofi (IUE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Niue International Airport (IUE) in Alofi, NU is 3,170 kilometers (1,970 miles / 1,712 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:10 in Christchurch, it's 22:10 in Alofi. With a 24-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Alofi (IUE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 207° (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 Niue International Airport (IUE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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