Airport Comparison
| CHC | KLU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Klagenfurt Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | KLU |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | LOWK |
| City | Christchurch | Klagenfurt am Worthersee |
| Country | New Zealand | Austria |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Europe/Vienna |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,470 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 46.640000, 14.340000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Klagenfurt am Worthersee (KLU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) in Klagenfurt am Worthersee, Austria is 18,273 kilometers (11,354 miles / 9,866 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.
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 Austria. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 06:37 in Christchurch, it's 18:37 in Klagenfurt am Worthersee. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,347 feet between the two airports. Klagenfurt Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Klagenfurt am Worthersee (KLU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 86° (east). 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 Klagenfurt Airport (KLU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.