CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
14,167 km
8,803 miles
WSG
Washington
United States
Distance
14,167 km
8,803 mi / 7,650 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
67°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC WSG
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Washington County Airport
IATA Code CHC WSG
ICAO Code NZCH KAFJ
City Christchurch Washington
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/New_York
Elevation 123 ft 1,184 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 40.140000, -80.290000

Christchurch (CHC) to Washington (WSG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Washington County Airport (WSG) in Washington, United States is 14,167 kilometers (8,803 miles / 7,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 09:07 in Christchurch, it's 17:07 in Washington. With a 16-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 1,061 feet between the two airports. Washington County Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Washington (WSG) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Washington County Airport (WSG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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