CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
4,212 km
2,617 miles
VAO
Suavanao
Solomon Islands
Distance
4,212 km
2,617 mi / 2,274 nm
Est. Flight Time
6h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
337°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC VAO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Suavanao Airport
IATA Code CHC VAO
ICAO Code NZCH AGGV
City Christchurch Suavanao
Country New Zealand Solomon Islands
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Guadalcanal
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -7.590000, 158.730000

Christchurch (CHC) to Suavanao (VAO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Suavanao Airport (VAO) in Suavanao, Solomon Islands is 4,212 kilometers (2,617 miles / 2,274 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 6h, flying north northwest at a heading of 337°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 22:41 in Christchurch, it's 20:41 in Suavanao.

The return flight from Suavanao (VAO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 164° (south 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 Suavanao Airport (VAO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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