CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,239 km
6,983 miles
FAT
Fresno
United States
Distance
11,239 km
6,983 mi / 6,068 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
49°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC FAT
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Fresno Yosemite International Airport
IATA Code CHC FAT
ICAO Code NZCH KFAT
City Christchurch Fresno
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 123 ft 336 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 36.780000, -119.720000

Christchurch (CHC) to Fresno (FAT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) in Fresno, United States is 11,239 kilometers (6,983 miles / 6,068 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 22:03 in Christchurch, it's 03:03 in Fresno. With a 19-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 Fresno (FAT) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 223° (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 Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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