CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
14,611 km
9,079 miles
MBC
M'Bigou
Gabon
Distance
14,611 km
9,079 mi / 7,890 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
206°
south southwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC MBC
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport M'Bigou Airport
IATA Code CHC MBC
ICAO Code NZCH FOGG
City Christchurch M'Bigou
Country New Zealand Gabon
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Africa/Libreville
Elevation 123 ft 2,346 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -1.880000, 11.930000

Christchurch (CHC) to M'Bigou (MBC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to M'Bigou Airport (MBC) in M'Bigou, Gabon is 14,611 kilometers (9,079 miles / 7,890 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:13 in Christchurch, it's 10:13 in M'Bigou. 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 2,223 feet between the two airports. M'Bigou Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from M'Bigou (MBC) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 161° (south 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 M'Bigou Airport (MBC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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