CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
14,077 km
8,747 miles
MSM
Masi Manimba
DR Congo
Distance
14,077 km
8,747 mi / 7,601 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
212°
south southwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC MSM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Masi Manimba Airport
IATA Code CHC MSM
ICAO Code NZCH FZCV
City Christchurch Masi Manimba
Country New Zealand DR Congo
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Africa/Kinshasa
Elevation 123 ft 1,952 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -4.780000, 17.850000

Christchurch (CHC) to Masi Manimba (MSM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Masi Manimba Airport (MSM) in Masi Manimba, DR Congo is 14,077 kilometers (8,747 miles / 7,601 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 212°.

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 DR Congo. 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 05:20 in Christchurch, it's 18:20 in Masi Manimba. 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 1,829 feet between the two airports. Masi Manimba Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Masi Manimba (MSM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 157° (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 Masi Manimba Airport (MSM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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