The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Longyan Guanzhishan Airport (LCX) in Longyan, China is 9,564 kilometers (5,943 miles / 5,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 312°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:53 in Christchurch, it's 20:53 in Longyan. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,102 feet between the two airports. Longyan Guanzhishan Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Longyan (LCX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 143° (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 Longyan Guanzhishan Airport (LCX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.