CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
18,975 km
11,791 miles
NHT
London
United Kingdom
Distance
18,975 km
11,791 mi / 10,246 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
332°
north northwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC NHT
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport RAF Northolt
IATA Code CHC NHT
ICAO Code NZCH EGWU
City Christchurch London
Country New Zealand United Kingdom
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/London
Elevation 123 ft 124 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 51.550000, -0.420000

Christchurch (CHC) to London (NHT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to RAF Northolt (NHT) in London, United Kingdom is 18,975 kilometers (11,791 miles / 10,246 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 10:00 in Christchurch, it's 23:00 in London. 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 London (NHT) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 33° (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 RAF Northolt (NHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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