Airport Comparison
| CHT | SYD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Chatham Islands-Tuuta Airport | Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHT | SYD |
| ICAO Code | NZCI | YSSY |
| City | Waitangi | Sydney |
| Country | New Zealand | Australia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Chatham | Australia/Sydney |
| Elevation | 43 ft | 21 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.810000, -176.460000 | -33.950000, 151.180000 |
Waitangi (CHT) to Sydney (SYD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Chatham Islands-Tuuta Airport (CHT) in Waitangi, New Zealand to Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney, Australia is 2,985 kilometers (1,855 miles / 1,612 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 5h, flying west at a heading of 280°.
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 21:47 in Waitangi, it's 19:02 in Sydney.
The return flight from Sydney (SYD) to Waitangi (CHT) follows a heading of 121° (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 Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.