CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,437 km
2,757 miles
MLV
Merluna Airport
Australia
Distance
4,437 km
2,757 mi / 2,396 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
310°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC MLV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Merluna Airport
IATA Code CHC MLV
ICAO Code NZCH YMEU
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -13.050000, 142.480000

Christchurch (CHC) to Merluna Airport (MLV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Merluna Airport (MLV) in Merluna Airport, Australia is 4,437 kilometers (2,757 miles / 2,396 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 10:44 in Christchurch, it's 07:44 in Merluna Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Merluna Airport (MLV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 146° (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 Merluna Airport (MLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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