Airport Comparison
Al-Jawf (AJF) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Al-Jawf Domestic Airport (AJF) in Al-Jawf, Saudi Arabia to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 15,574 kilometers (9,677 miles / 8,409 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 123°.
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 Saudi Arabia with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:40 in Al-Jawf, it's 14:40 in Christchurch. With a 10-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,138 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Al-Jawf Domestic Airport.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Al-Jawf (AJF) follows a heading of 266° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Al-Jawf Domestic Airport (AJF) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.