CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
7,943 km
4,936 miles
MBT
Masbate
Philippines
Distance
7,943 km
4,936 mi / 4,289 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
309°
northwest

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CHC MBT
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Moises R. Espinosa Airport
IATA Code CHC MBT
ICAO Code NZCH RPVJ
City Christchurch Masbate
Country New Zealand Philippines
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Manila
Elevation 123 ft 26 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 12.370000, 123.630000

Christchurch (CHC) to Masbate (MBT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Moises R. Espinosa Airport (MBT) in Masbate, Philippines is 7,943 kilometers (4,936 miles / 4,289 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Philippines. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:40 in Christchurch, it's 04:40 in Masbate. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Masbate (MBT) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 145° (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 Moises R. Espinosa Airport (MBT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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