Airport Comparison
| CHC | DAA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Davison Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | CHC | DAA |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KDAA |
| City | Christchurch | Fort Belvoir |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 74 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 38.710000, -77.180000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Fort Belvoir (DAA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Davison Army Air Field (DAA) in Fort Belvoir, United States is 14,323 kilometers (8,900 miles / 7,734 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 70°.
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 United States. 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 17:54 in Christchurch, it's 23:54 in Fort Belvoir. With a 18-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 Fort Belvoir (DAA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Davison Army Air Field (DAA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.