CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,551 km
7,178 miles
GLB
Globe
United States
Distance
11,551 km
7,178 mi / 6,237 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
57°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC GLB
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport San Carlos Apache Airport
IATA Code CHC GLB
ICAO Code NZCH KP13
City Christchurch Globe
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Phoenix
Elevation 123 ft 3,261 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 33.350000, -110.670000

Christchurch (CHC) to Globe (GLB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Carlos Apache Airport (GLB) in Globe, United States is 11,551 kilometers (7,178 miles / 6,237 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.

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 11:42 in Christchurch, it's 15:42 in Globe. With a 20-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 3,138 feet between the two airports. San Carlos Apache Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Globe (GLB) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 227° (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 San Carlos Apache Airport (GLB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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