CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
19,689 km
12,234 miles
SLM
Salamanca
Spain
Distance
19,689 km
12,234 mi / 10,631 nm
Est. Flight Time
24h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
211°
south southwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC SLM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Salamanca Airport
IATA Code CHC SLM
ICAO Code NZCH LESA
City Christchurch Salamanca
Country New Zealand Spain
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Madrid
Elevation 123 ft 2,595 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 40.950000, -5.500000

Christchurch (CHC) to Salamanca (SLM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Salamanca Airport (SLM) in Salamanca, Spain is 19,689 kilometers (12,234 miles / 10,631 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Spain. 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 05:10 in Christchurch, it's 19:10 in Salamanca. With a 10-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 2,472 feet between the two airports. Salamanca Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Salamanca (SLM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 151° (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 Salamanca Airport (SLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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