CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
391 km
243 miles
MFN
Milford Sound Airport
New Zealand
Distance
391 km
243 mi / 211 nm
Est. Flight Time
1h
Regional route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
249°
west southwest

Airport Comparison

CHC MFN
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Milford Sound Airport
IATA Code CHC MFN
ICAO Code NZCH NZMF
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand New Zealand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 123 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -44.670000, 167.920000

Christchurch (CHC) to Milford Sound Airport (MFN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Milford Sound Airport (MFN) in Milford Sound Airport, New Zealand is 391 kilometers (243 miles / 211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 1h, flying west southwest at a heading of 249°.

This is a short regional route, typically operated by turboprop or small regional jet aircraft. Flight time is minimal and passengers can expect a quick, efficient journey.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 13:05 in Christchurch, it's 13:05 in Milford Sound Airport.

The return flight from Milford Sound Airport (MFN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 72° (east northeast). 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 Milford Sound Airport (MFN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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