Airport Comparison
| CEC | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Jack Mc Namara Field | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | CEC | CHC |
| ICAO Code | KCEC | NZCH |
| City | Crescent City | Christchurch |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Los_Angeles | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 61 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 41.780000, -124.240000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Crescent City (CEC) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Jack Mc Namara Field (CEC) in Crescent City, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,387 kilometers (7,076 miles / 6,149 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 222°.
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 United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Crescent City, it's 20:18 in Christchurch. With a 21-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 Crescent City (CEC) follows a heading of 43° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Jack Mc Namara Field (CEC) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.