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Airport Comparison
| CHT | MEL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chatham Islands-Tuuta Airport | Melbourne International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHT | MEL |
| ICAO Code | NZCI | YMML |
| City | Waitangi | Melbourne |
| Country | New Zealand | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Chatham | Australia/Melbourne |
| Elevation | 43 ft | 434 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.810000, -176.460000 | -37.670000, 144.840000 |
Waitangi (CHT) to Melbourne (MEL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chatham Islands-Tuuta Airport (CHT) in Waitangi, New Zealand to Melbourne International Airport (MEL) in Melbourne, Australia is 3,300 kilometers (2,050 miles / 1,782 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 268°.
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 12:47 in Waitangi, it's 10:02 in Melbourne.
The return flight from Melbourne (MEL) to Waitangi (CHT) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Chatham Islands-Tuuta Airport (CHT) and Melbourne International Airport (MEL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.
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