Airport Comparison
| ASV | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Amboseli Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | ASV | CHC |
| ICAO Code | HKAM | NZCH |
| City | Amboseli National Park | Christchurch |
| Country | Kenya | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Africa/Nairobi | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 3,755 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | -2.650000, 37.250000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Amboseli National Park (ASV) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Amboseli Airport (ASV) in Amboseli National Park, Kenya to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 13,220 kilometers (8,215 miles / 7,138 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.
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 Kenya 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 03:02 in Amboseli National Park, it's 13:02 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 3,632 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Amboseli Airport.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Amboseli National Park (ASV) follows a heading of 233° (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 Amboseli Airport (ASV) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.