CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,485 km
5,894 miles
QGU
Gifu
Japan
Distance
9,485 km
5,894 mi / 5,121 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC QGU
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Gifu Airport
IATA Code CHC QGU
ICAO Code NZCH RJNG
City Christchurch Gifu
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 128 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.390000, 136.870000

Christchurch (CHC) to Gifu (QGU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gifu Airport (QGU) in Gifu, Japan is 9,485 kilometers (5,894 miles / 5,121 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 Japan. 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 09:26 in Christchurch, it's 05:26 in Gifu. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Gifu (QGU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 155° (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 Gifu Airport (QGU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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