CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
10,181 km
6,326 miles
LXG
Luang Namtha
Laos
Distance
10,181 km
6,326 mi / 5,497 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
298°
west northwest

Ready to fly CHC to LXG?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from CHC to LXG

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

CHC LXG
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Luang Namtha Airport
IATA Code CHC LXG
ICAO Code NZCH VLLN
City Christchurch Luang Namtha
Country New Zealand Laos
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Vientiane
Elevation 123 ft 1,968 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 20.970000, 101.400000

Christchurch (CHC) to Luang Namtha (LXG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) in Luang Namtha, Laos is 10,181 kilometers (6,326 miles / 5,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 Laos. 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 08:27 in Christchurch, it's 03:27 in Luang Namtha. 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 1,845 feet between the two airports. Luang Namtha Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Luang Namtha (LXG) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 137° (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 Luang Namtha Airport (LXG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly CHC → LXG

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule CHC → LXG

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight CHC → LXG delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.