CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
18,627 km
11,574 miles
SOZ
Solenzara
France
Distance
18,627 km
11,574 mi / 10,058 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
269°
west

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CHC SOZ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base
IATA Code CHC SOZ
ICAO Code NZCH LFKS
City Christchurch Solenzara
Country New Zealand France
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Paris
Elevation 123 ft 28 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 41.920000, 9.410000

Christchurch (CHC) to Solenzara (SOZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base (SOZ) in Solenzara, France is 18,627 kilometers (11,574 miles / 10,058 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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 14:54 in Christchurch, it's 02:54 in Solenzara. 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 Solenzara (SOZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 103° (east 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 Solenzara (BA 126) Air Base (SOZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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