Christchurch to Dunedin flights
Dunedin lies 310 km (193 mi) south-west of Christchurch, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 9 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Christchurch | Dunedin | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | New Zealand | New Zealand |
| Population | 419,200 | 132,800 |
| Elevation | 14 m (46 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) | UTC+12 (Pacific/Auckland) |
| Nearest large airport | CHC, 10 km out | DUD, 24 km out |
| Postal codes | 8011–8144 | 9054–9059 |
Airports at each end
Leaving Christchurch
Christchurch is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Christchurch International Airport (CHC), 10 km (6 mi) from the centre, whose 10,787-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Dunedin
Dunedin is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Dunedin International Airport (DUD), 24 km (15 mi) from the centre, with a longest runway of 6,234 ft, which limits it to short and medium-haul aircraft.
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunedin International Airport (regional) | DUD | 24 km (15 mi) | 6,234 ft | 4 ft |
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Common questions
How far is Dunedin from Christchurch?
310 km (193 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Christchurch.
How long does it take to get from Christchurch to Dunedin by air?
About 1 h 9 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Christchurch and Dunedin?
No, both are on Pacific/Auckland at the moment.
Which airports are used for Christchurch to Dunedin flights?
Typically Christchurch International Airport (CHC) to Dunedin International Airport (DUD).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.