CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
13,331 km
8,283 miles
PZH
Fort Sandeman
Pakistan
Distance
13,331 km
8,283 mi / 7,198 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
286°
west northwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC PZH
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Zhob Airport
IATA Code CHC PZH
ICAO Code NZCH OPZB
City Christchurch Fort Sandeman
Country New Zealand Pakistan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Karachi
Elevation 123 ft 4,728 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 31.360000, 69.460000

Christchurch (CHC) to Fort Sandeman (PZH) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Zhob Airport (PZH) in Fort Sandeman, Pakistan is 13,331 kilometers (8,283 miles / 7,198 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 286°.

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 Pakistan. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:28 in Christchurch, it's 14:28 in Fort Sandeman. With a 7-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 4,605 feet between the two airports. Zhob Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Fort Sandeman (PZH) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 125° (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 Zhob Airport (PZH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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