CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,628 km
2,254 miles
MGS
Mangaia Island
CK
Distance
3,628 km
2,254 mi / 1,959 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-23h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
58°
east northeast

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CHC MGS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Mangaia Island Airport
IATA Code CHC MGS
ICAO Code NZCH NCMG
City Christchurch Mangaia Island
Country New Zealand CK
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Rarotonga
Elevation 123 ft 45 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -21.900000, -157.910000

Christchurch (CHC) to Mangaia Island (MGS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Mangaia Island Airport (MGS) in Mangaia Island, CK is 3,628 kilometers (2,254 miles / 1,959 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:27 in Christchurch, it's 20:27 in Mangaia Island. With a 23-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 Mangaia Island (MGS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 222° (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 Mangaia Island Airport (MGS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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