Airport Comparison
| CHC | PXM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Puerto Escondido International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PXM |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MMPS |
| City | Christchurch | Puerto Escondido |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 294 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 15.880000, -97.090000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Puerto Escondido (PXM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) in Puerto Escondido, Mexico is 11,245 kilometers (6,987 miles / 6,072 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 79°.
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 23:27 in Christchurch, it's 04:27 in Puerto Escondido. 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 Puerto Escondido (PXM) 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 Puerto Escondido International Airport (PXM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.