CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
19,448 km
12,084 miles
RYN
Royan/Medis
France
Distance
19,448 km
12,084 mi / 10,501 nm
Est. Flight Time
24h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
297°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC RYN
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Royan-Medis Airport
IATA Code CHC RYN
ICAO Code NZCH LFCY
City Christchurch Royan/Medis
Country New Zealand France
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Paris
Elevation 123 ft 72 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 45.630000, -0.970000

Christchurch (CHC) to Royan/Medis (RYN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Royan-Medis Airport (RYN) in Royan/Medis, France is 19,448 kilometers (12,084 miles / 10,501 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:46 in Christchurch, it's 23:46 in Royan/Medis. 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 Royan/Medis (RYN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 68° (east northeast). 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 Royan-Medis Airport (RYN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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