CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
14,373 km
8,931 miles
MFV
Melfa
United States
Distance
14,373 km
8,931 mi / 7,761 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
72°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC MFV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Accomack County Airport
IATA Code CHC MFV
ICAO Code NZCH KMFV
City Christchurch Melfa
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/New_York
Elevation 123 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 37.650000, -75.760000

Christchurch (CHC) to Melfa (MFV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Accomack County Airport (MFV) in Melfa, United States is 14,373 kilometers (8,931 miles / 7,761 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 72°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:31 in Christchurch, it's 03:31 in Melfa. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Melfa (MFV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (west southwest). 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 Accomack County Airport (MFV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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