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Flights from Mackay to Christchurch

There are no direct flights from Mackay to Christchurch. The fastest way is one stop via Brisbane, about 7h 37m door to door (26 connections a week on current schedules).

No direct flights · 1 connection option From 7h 37m
MKYCHCBNE

Mackay to Christchurch at a glance

Fastest journey7h 37mVia Brisbane, on current schedules
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Brisbane

Best ways to fly from Mackay to Christchurch

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

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MKY Brisbane (BNE) CHC
Leg 1: Jetstar Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia · Leg 2: Air New Zealand, Qantas
Mon14:00 MKY15:22 BNE2h 53m connection18:15 BNE00:37 CHCVirgin Australia Regional Airlines + Air New Zealand
26 connections a week One airline, one ticket Fastest 7h 37m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
3,301 km2,050 miles
Journey time
7h 37mon current schedules
Time difference
+3hChristchurch vs Mackay
Currency in Christchurch
NZD
Airports
MKY → CHC

Flights from Mackay to Christchurch: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Mackay to Christchurch?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Brisbane. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Mackay to Christchurch?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 7h 37m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 3,301 km.
Where do you change planes between Mackay and Christchurch?
The best connecting points are Brisbane (BNE). Jetstar Airways flies both legs via Brisbane, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Mackay and Christchurch?
Mackay: Mackay Airport (MKY). Christchurch: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
What is the time difference between Mackay and Christchurch?
Christchurch is 3 hours ahead of Mackay.

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