CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
18,608 km
11,562 miles
STR
Stuttgart
Germany
Distance
18,608 km
11,562 mi / 10,048 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
300°
west northwest

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Airport Comparison

CHC STR
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Stuttgart Airport
IATA Code CHC STR
ICAO Code NZCH EDDS
City Christchurch Stuttgart
Country New Zealand Germany
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Berlin
Elevation 123 ft 1,276 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 48.690000, 9.220000

Christchurch (CHC) to Stuttgart (STR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Stuttgart Airport (STR) in Stuttgart, Germany is 18,608 kilometers (11,562 miles / 10,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west northwest at a heading of 300°.

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 Germany. 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 12:47 in Christchurch, it's 02:47 in Stuttgart. 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 1,153 feet between the two airports. Stuttgart Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Stuttgart (STR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 72° (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 Stuttgart Airport (STR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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