The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gao Airport (GAQ) in Gao Airport, Mali is 16,905 kilometers (10,504 miles / 9,128 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying south southwest at a heading of 195°.

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 Mali. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:31 in Christchurch, it's 21:31 in Gao Airport. With a 12-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 Gao Airport (GAQ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 168° (south southeast). 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 Gao Airport (GAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.