Airport Comparison
| CHC | CJS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Abraham Gonzalez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | CJS |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MMCS |
| City | Christchurch | Ciudad Juarez |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mazatlan |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 3,904 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 31.640000, -106.430000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Ciudad Juarez (CJS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Abraham Gonzalez International Airport (CJS) in Ciudad Juarez, Mexico is 11,715 kilometers (7,279 miles / 6,326 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.
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 New Zealand with Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 00:23 in Christchurch, it's 04:23 in Ciudad Juarez. With a 20-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 3,781 feet between the two airports. Abraham Gonzalez International Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Ciudad Juarez (CJS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 228° (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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Abraham Gonzalez International Airport (CJS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.