CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,724 km
1,693 miles
TBU
Nuku'alofa
Tonga
Distance
2,724 km
1,693 mi / 1,471 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
+0h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
29°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC TBU
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Fua'amotu International Airport
IATA Code CHC TBU
ICAO Code NZCH NFTF
City Christchurch Nuku'alofa
Country New Zealand Tonga
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Tongatapu
Elevation 123 ft 126 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -21.240000, -175.150000

Christchurch (CHC) to Nuku'alofa (TBU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) in Nuku'alofa, Tonga is 2,724 kilometers (1,693 miles / 1,471 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:45 in Christchurch, it's 12:45 in Nuku'alofa.

The return flight from Nuku'alofa (TBU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 202° (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 Fua'amotu International Airport (TBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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