The flight distance from Aachen-Merzbruck Airport (AAH) in Aachen, Germany to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 18,703 kilometers (11,621 miles / 10,099 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Germany with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:22 in Aachen, it's 13:22 in Christchurch. With a 12-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Aachen (AAH) follows a heading of 313° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Aachen-Merzbruck Airport (AAH) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.