CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
18,761 km
11,658 miles
ZIN
Interlaken Air Base
Switzerland
Distance
18,761 km
11,658 mi / 10,130 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-12h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
292°
west northwest

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CHC ZIN
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Interlaken Air Base
IATA Code CHC ZIN
ICAO Code NZCH LSMI
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Switzerland
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Zurich
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 46.680000, 7.880000

Christchurch (CHC) to Interlaken Air Base (ZIN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Interlaken Air Base (ZIN) in Interlaken Air Base, Switzerland is 18,761 kilometers (11,658 miles / 10,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 Switzerland. 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 09:36 in Christchurch, it's 21:36 in Interlaken Air Base. 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 Interlaken Air Base (ZIN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 79° (east). 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 Interlaken Air Base (ZIN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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