The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) in Port Harcourt, Nigeria is 15,509 kilometers (9,637 miles / 8,374 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying south southwest at a heading of 202°.

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 Nigeria. 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 00:29 in Christchurch, it's 12:29 in Port Harcourt. 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.

The return flight from Port Harcourt (PHC) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 164° (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 Port Harcourt International Airport (PHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.