WellingtontoChristchurchFlight Time
WLG–CHC · Nonstop
Wellington (Wellington Airport) to Christchurch (Christchurch Airport).
The estimated flight time from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC) is about 58m, covering 189 miles. Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly the route nonstop with 13-14/day departures, from 06:30 to 20:55 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~0h 58m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 189 mi | Nonstop | 13-14/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Wellington to Christchurch
Air New Zealand and Jetstar operate 13-14/day flights from WLG to CHC.
- First departure
- 06:30
- Last departure
- 20:55
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Scheduled departure times
- 18
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air New Zealand | 11-12/day | ATR 42/72, Airbus A320 family, De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otte | 06:30 |
Aircraft on this route
- ATR 42/72
- Airbus A320 family
- De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otte
Flying the other way?
CHC to WLG flights — 14-15/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for WLG, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 97 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Wellington to Christchurch?
The estimated flight time from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC) is about 58m, based on the 189-mile flying distance.
How far is Wellington from Christchurch?
Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC) is about 189 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Wellington to Christchurch?
Yes. Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly nonstop from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC), with 13-14/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Wellington to Christchurch?
Air New Zealand and Jetstar fly nonstop from Wellington (WLG) to Christchurch (CHC).
What aircraft fly from Wellington to Christchurch?
The WLG–CHC route is flown with ATR 42/72, Airbus A320 family, De Havilland Canada DHC-3 Otte.