Airport Comparison
| CHC | FSI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Henry Post Army Air Field (Fort Sill) Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | FSI |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KFSI |
| City | Christchurch | Fort Sill |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Chicago |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,188 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 34.650000, -98.400000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Fort Sill (FSI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Henry Post Army Air Field (Fort Sill) Airport (FSI) in Fort Sill, United States is 12,502 kilometers (7,768 miles / 6,751 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 09:40 in Christchurch, it's 14:40 in Fort Sill. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,065 feet between the two airports. Henry Post Army Air Field (Fort Sill) Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Sill (FSI) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 232° (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 Henry Post Army Air Field (Fort Sill) Airport (FSI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.