CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
2,996 km
1,862 miles
VLS
Valesdir
Vanuatu
Distance
2,996 km
1,862 mi / 1,618 nm
Est. Flight Time
5h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
351°
north

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CHC VLS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Valesdir Airport
IATA Code CHC VLS
ICAO Code NZCH NVSV
City Christchurch Valesdir
Country New Zealand Vanuatu
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Efate
Elevation 123 ft 10 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -16.800000, 168.180000

Christchurch (CHC) to Valesdir (VLS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Valesdir Airport (VLS) in Valesdir, Vanuatu is 2,996 kilometers (1,862 miles / 1,618 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying north at a heading of 351°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:11 in Christchurch, it's 07:11 in Valesdir.

The return flight from Valesdir (VLS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 173° (south). 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 Valesdir Airport (VLS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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