CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
15,258 km
9,481 miles
NDL
N'Dele
Central African Republic
Distance
15,258 km
9,481 mi / 8,238 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
223°
southwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC NDL
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport N'Dele Airport
IATA Code CHC NDL
ICAO Code NZCH FEFN
City Christchurch N'Dele
Country New Zealand Central African Republic
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Africa/Bangui
Elevation 123 ft 1,631 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 8.430000, 20.640000

Christchurch (CHC) to N'Dele (NDL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to N'Dele Airport (NDL) in N'Dele, Central African Republic is 15,258 kilometers (9,481 miles / 8,238 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southwest at a heading of 223°.

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 Central African Republic. 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 18:20 in Christchurch, it's 07:20 in N'Dele. 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 1,508 feet between the two airports. N'Dele Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from N'Dele (NDL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 150° (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 N'Dele Airport (NDL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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