Airport Comparison
| CHC | PAZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | El Tajin National Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PAZ |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MMPA |
| City | Christchurch | Poza Rica |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 497 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 20.600000, -97.460000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Poza Rica (PAZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) in Poza Rica, Mexico is 11,567 kilometers (7,187 miles / 6,245 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 75°.
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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 09:39 in Christchurch, it's 14:39 in Poza Rica. With a 19-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 Poza Rica (PAZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 228° (southwest). 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 El Tajin National Airport (PAZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.