CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
3,962 km
2,462 miles
MQE
Marqua
Australia
Distance
3,962 km
2,462 mi / 2,140 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
294°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC MQE
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Marqua Airport
IATA Code CHC MQE
ICAO Code NZCH YMQA
City Christchurch Marqua
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Darwin
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -22.810000, 137.250000

Christchurch (CHC) to Marqua (MQE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Marqua Airport (MQE) in Marqua, Australia is 3,962 kilometers (2,462 miles / 2,140 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying west northwest at a heading of 294°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:50 in Christchurch, it's 05:20 in Marqua. The 3.5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Marqua (MQE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 134° (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 Marqua Airport (MQE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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