CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
13,036 km
8,100 miles
SGF
Springfield
United States
Distance
13,036 km
8,100 mi / 7,039 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
63°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC SGF
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Springfield-Branson Ntl Airport
IATA Code CHC SGF
ICAO Code NZCH KSGF
City Christchurch Springfield
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 123 ft 1,268 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 37.250000, -93.390000

Christchurch (CHC) to Springfield (SGF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Springfield-Branson Ntl Airport (SGF) in Springfield, United States is 13,036 kilometers (8,100 miles / 7,039 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 08:48 in Christchurch, it's 13:48 in Springfield. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,145 feet between the two airports. Springfield-Branson Ntl Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Springfield (SGF) 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 Springfield-Branson Ntl Airport (SGF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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