CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
18,665 km
11,598 miles
NCL
Newcastle
United Kingdom
Distance
18,665 km
11,598 mi / 10,078 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
344°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC NCL
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Newcastle Airport
IATA Code CHC NCL
ICAO Code NZCH EGNT
City Christchurch Newcastle
Country New Zealand United Kingdom
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/London
Elevation 123 ft 266 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 55.040000, -1.690000

Christchurch (CHC) to Newcastle (NCL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Newcastle Airport (NCL) in Newcastle, United Kingdom is 18,665 kilometers (11,598 miles / 10,078 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 20:30 in Christchurch, it's 07:30 in Newcastle. With a 13-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 Newcastle (NCL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 20° (north northeast). 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 Newcastle Airport (NCL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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