Airport Comparison
| CHC | CND | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Mihail Kogalniceanu International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | CND |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | LRCK |
| City | Christchurch | Constanta |
| Country | New Zealand | Romania |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Europe/Bucharest |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 353 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 44.360000, 28.490000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Constanta (CND) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Mihail Kogalniceanu International Airport (CND) in Constanta, Romania is 17,157 kilometers (10,661 miles / 9,264 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.
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 Romania. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 02:55 in Christchurch, it's 15:55 in Constanta. 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 Constanta (CND) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 101° (east). 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 Mihail Kogalniceanu International Airport (CND) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.