Airport Comparison
| ALJ | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Alexander Bay Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | ALJ | CHC |
| ICAO Code | FAAB | NZCH |
| City | Alexander Bay | Christchurch |
| Country | South Africa | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Africa/Johannesburg | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 98 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | -28.570000, 16.530000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Alexander Bay (ALJ) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) in Alexander Bay, South Africa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,637 kilometers (7,231 miles / 6,283 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southeast at a heading of 162°.
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 South Africa with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:28 in Alexander Bay, it's 10:28 in Christchurch. With a 11-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 Alexander Bay (ALJ) follows a heading of 202° (south southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Alexander Bay Airport (ALJ) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.