CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,777 km
2,968 miles
PYE
Penrhyn Island
CK
Distance
4,777 km
2,968 mi / 2,580 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-23h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
45°
northeast

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CHC PYE
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Tongareva Airport
IATA Code CHC PYE
ICAO Code NZCH NCPY
City Christchurch Penrhyn Island
Country New Zealand CK
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Rarotonga
Elevation 123 ft 8 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -9.010000, -158.030000

Christchurch (CHC) to Penrhyn Island (PYE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Tongareva Airport (PYE) in Penrhyn Island, CK is 4,777 kilometers (2,968 miles / 2,580 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 45°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:25 in Christchurch, it's 16:25 in Penrhyn 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 Penrhyn Island (PYE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 212° (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 Tongareva Airport (PYE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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