CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
6,058 km
3,764 miles
RDE
Merdei-Papua Island
Indonesia
Distance
6,058 km
3,764 mi / 3,271 nm
Est. Flight Time
8h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
309°
northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC RDE
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Merdei Airport
IATA Code CHC RDE
ICAO Code NZCH WASM
City Christchurch Merdei-Papua Island
Country New Zealand Indonesia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Jayapura
Elevation 123 ft 425 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -1.580000, 133.330000

Christchurch (CHC) to Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Merdei Airport (RDE) in Merdei-Papua Island, Indonesia is 6,058 kilometers (3,764 miles / 3,271 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 8h, flying northwest at a heading of 309°.

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 Indonesia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:57 in Christchurch, it's 17:57 in Merdei-Papua Island. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Merdei-Papua Island (RDE) 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 Merdei Airport (RDE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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