Airport Comparison
| CHC | OHD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | OHD |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | LWOH |
| City | Christchurch | Ohrid |
| Country | New Zealand | North Macedonia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Europe/Skopje |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 2,313 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 41.180000, 20.740000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Ohrid (OHD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD) in Ohrid, North Macedonia is 17,693 kilometers (10,994 miles / 9,554 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 North Macedonia. 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 10:43 in Christchurch, it's 22:43 in Ohrid. With a 12-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 2,190 feet between the two airports. Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Ohrid (OHD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 106° (east 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 Ohrid St. Paul the Apostle Airport (OHD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.