CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
7,806 km
4,850 miles
JRF
Kapolei
United States
Distance
7,806 km
4,850 mi / 4,215 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-23h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
29°
north northeast

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CHC JRF
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Kalaeloa (John Rodgers Field) Airport
IATA Code CHC JRF
ICAO Code NZCH PHJR
City Christchurch Kapolei
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Honolulu
Elevation 123 ft 30 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 21.310000, -158.070000

Christchurch (CHC) to Kapolei (JRF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Kalaeloa (John Rodgers Field) Airport (JRF) in Kapolei, United States is 7,806 kilometers (4,850 miles / 4,215 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying north northeast at a heading of 29°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 23:05 in Christchurch, it's 00:05 in Kapolei. With a 23-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 Kapolei (JRF) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Kalaeloa (John Rodgers Field) Airport (JRF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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