Airport Comparison
| CHC | MZY | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Mossel Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | MZY |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | FAMO |
| City | Christchurch | Mossel Bay |
| Country | New Zealand | South Africa |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Africa/Johannesburg |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 531 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -34.160000, 22.060000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Mossel Bay (MZY) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Mossel Bay Airport (MZY) in Mossel Bay, South Africa is 10,876 kilometers (6,758 miles / 5,873 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.
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 South Africa. 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 22:04 in Christchurch, it's 11:04 in Mossel Bay. 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.
The return flight from Mossel Bay (MZY) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 159° (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 Mossel Bay Airport (MZY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.