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How long is the flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

NPLNew Plymouth
CHCChristchurch
Flight Time
1 h 4 min
Distance
517km

322 miles

Departure
08:23
Arrival
09:28
From

NPLNew Plymouth

New Plymouth Airport

Departure 08:23 · Pacific/Auckland

To

CHCChristchurch

Christchurch International Airport

Arrival 09:28 · Pacific/Auckland

Route Details

The flight from New Plymouth Airport (NPL) in New Plymouth to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch covers a distance of approximately 517 kilometers (322 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 4 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland
Arrival Time Zone
Pacific/Auckland

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

A direct flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch takes around 1 h 4 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

The distance from New Plymouth to Christchurch is about 517 kilometers (322 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from New Plymouth to Christchurch?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 4 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Christchurch to New Plymouth.