Yes, if you’re really committed. You fly to Auckland, then catch a tiny prop plane to the Chathams. It’s a five-hour flight over nothing but blue. People go there for fishing, bird watching, and truly escaping deadlines. You can’t even pay for things with a normal bank card there. It’s cash only. That’s how far away it is—technology gives up.
Meanwhile, the Antipodes Islands are off-limits to tourists. You’d need a research permit and a serious tolerance for cold, wet penguin smells. So, for the “farthest country” question, the answer is still New Zealand—just the weird, forgotten corner of it.
What About the Other Side of the World?
You might wonder about places like Argentina or South Africa. They’re far, sure. But from London, Argentina is about 6,900 miles. South Africa is about 5,800 miles. That’s peanuts compared to New Zealand. They’re practically neighbors.
Find The Location Furthest From The Coast
So, if you ever want to annoy a geography nerd, tell them the furthest country from England is New Zealand, but specifically the Chatham Islands. Watch their eyes light up. Or roll. Depends on how much coffee they’ve had.
