Chunga to Brisbane flights
Brisbane lies 12,395 km (7,702 mi) south-east of Chunga, +8 h on the clock. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 16 h 38 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.
| Chunga | Brisbane | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Zambia | Australia |
| Population | 115,539 | 2.8 million |
| Elevation | 1,197 m (3,927 ft) | 27 m (89 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Lusaka) | UTC+10 (Australia/Brisbane) |
| Nearest large airport | LUN, 20 km out | BNE, 13 km out |
Clocks in Brisbane are 8 h ahead of Chunga right now, so a 16 h 38 min journey lands 24 h 38 min later by the destination clock.
What changes when you arrive in Brisbane
Crossing from Zambia into Australia: money changes from the Kwacha to the Dollar (AUD); sockets are AS/NZS 3112; the dialling code becomes +61; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q2806478.
Airports at each end
Leaving Chunga
Chunga is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN), 20 km (12 mi) from the centre, whose 12,998-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Brisbane
Brisbane is served by 3 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is Brisbane International Airport (BNE), 13 km (8 mi) from the centre, whose 11,680-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Gold Coast Airport (OOL, 91 km), Sunshine Coast Airport (MCY, 97 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brisbane International Airport | BNE | 13 km (8 mi) | 11,680 ft | 13 ft |
| Gold Coast Airport | OOL | 91 km (57 mi) | 8,176 ft | 21 ft |
| Sunshine Coast Airport | MCY | 97 km (60 mi) | 9,186 ft | 15 ft |
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Staying in Brisbane
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Common questions
How far is Brisbane from Chunga?
12,395 km (7,702 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Chunga.
How long does it take to get from Chunga to Brisbane by air?
About 16 h 38 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Chunga and Brisbane?
Brisbane is 8 h ahead at the moment (Australia/Brisbane against Africa/Lusaka).
Which airports are used for Chunga to Brisbane flights?
Typically Kenneth Kaunda International Airport (LUN) to Brisbane International Airport (BNE); Brisbane also has OOL, MCY.
What currency do I need in Brisbane?
The Dollar (AUD).
Where can I stay in Brisbane?
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Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
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- 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.