CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
7,065 km
4,390 miles
SPN
Saipan Island
MP
Distance
7,065 km
4,390 mi / 3,815 nm
Est. Flight Time
9h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
331°
north northwest

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CHC SPN
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport
IATA Code CHC SPN
ICAO Code NZCH PGSN
City Christchurch Saipan Island
Country New Zealand MP
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Saipan
Elevation 123 ft 214 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 15.120000, 145.730000

Christchurch (CHC) to Saipan Island (SPN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) in Saipan Island, MP is 7,065 kilometers (4,390 miles / 3,815 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 9h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with MP. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:12 in Christchurch, it's 17:12 in Saipan Island. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Saipan Island (SPN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 159° (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 Francisco C Ada/Saipan International Airport (SPN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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