CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,351 km
1,461 miles
TMW
Tamworth
Australia
Distance
2,351 km
1,461 mi / 1,269 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
299°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC TMW
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Tamworth Airport
IATA Code CHC TMW
ICAO Code NZCH YSTW
City Christchurch Tamworth
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Sydney
Elevation 123 ft 1,334 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -31.080000, 150.850000

Christchurch (CHC) to Tamworth (TMW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Tamworth Airport (TMW) in Tamworth, Australia is 2,351 kilometers (1,461 miles / 1,269 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 299°.

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 05:18 in Christchurch, it's 03:18 in Tamworth.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,211 feet between the two airports. Tamworth Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Tamworth (TMW) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 132° (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 Tamworth Airport (TMW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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