CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,917 km
8,026 miles
PHP
Philip
United States
Distance
12,917 km
8,026 mi / 6,975 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
53°
northeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC PHP
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Philip Airport
IATA Code CHC PHP
ICAO Code NZCH KPHP
City Christchurch Philip
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Denver
Elevation 123 ft 2,209 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 44.050000, -101.600000

Christchurch (CHC) to Philip (PHP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Philip Airport (PHP) in Philip, United States is 12,917 kilometers (8,026 miles / 6,975 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 States. 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 16:37 in Christchurch, it's 22:37 in Philip. With a 18-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 2,086 feet between the two airports. Philip Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Philip (PHP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 234° (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 Philip Airport (PHP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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