AUH
Abu Dhabi
United Arab Emirates
6,760 km
4,200 miles
XCH
Christmas Island
CX
Distance
6,760 km
4,200 mi / 3,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+3h
Asia/Dubai
Heading
119°
east southeast

Airport Comparison

AUH XCH
Airport Name Abu Dhabi International Airport Christmas Island Airport
IATA Code AUH XCH
ICAO Code OMAA YPXM
City Abu Dhabi Christmas Island
Country United Arab Emirates CX
Timezone Asia/Dubai Indian/Christmas
Elevation 88 ft 916 ft
Coordinates 24.430000, 54.650000 -10.450000, 105.690000

Abu Dhabi (AUH) to Christmas Island (XCH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates to Christmas Island Airport (XCH) in Christmas Island, CX is 6,760 kilometers (4,200 miles / 3,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting United Arab Emirates with CX. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:31 in Abu Dhabi, it's 08:31 in Christmas Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Christmas Island (XCH) to Abu Dhabi (AUH) follows a heading of 306° (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 Abu Dhabi International Airport (AUH) and Christmas Island Airport (XCH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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