Airport Comparison
| CHC | NPL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | New Plymouth Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | NPL |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | NZNP |
| City | Christchurch | New Plymouth |
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 97 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -39.010000, 174.180000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to New Plymouth (NPL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to New Plymouth Airport (NPL) in New Plymouth, New Zealand is 517 kilometers (321 miles / 279 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying north northeast at a heading of 16°.
This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.
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 23:45 in Christchurch, it's 23:45 in New Plymouth.
The return flight from New Plymouth (NPL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 195° (south 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 New Plymouth Airport (NPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.