The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Filippos Airport (KZI) in Kozani, Greece is 17,576 kilometers (10,921 miles / 9,490 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 272°.

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 Greece. 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 14:02 in Christchurch, it's 03:02 in Kozani. With a 11-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 1,936 feet between the two airports. Filippos Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Kozani (KZI) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 108° (east 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 Filippos Airport (KZI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.