Airport Comparison
| CHC | HZL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Hazleton Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | HZL |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KHZL |
| City | Christchurch | Hazleton |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,603 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 40.990000, -75.990000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Hazleton (HZL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Hazleton Regional Airport (HZL) in Hazleton, United States is 14,532 kilometers (9,030 miles / 7,847 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 68°.
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 22:40 in Christchurch, it's 04:40 in Hazleton. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,480 feet between the two airports. Hazleton Regional Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Hazleton (HZL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 243° (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 Hazleton Regional Airport (HZL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.