The flight distance from Malamala Airport (AAM) in Malamala, South Africa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,439 kilometers (7,108 miles / 6,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southeast at a heading of 152°.

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 South Africa with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:20 in Malamala, it's 23:20 in Christchurch. With a 11-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 1,001 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Malamala Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Malamala (AAM) follows a heading of 216° (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 Malamala Airport (AAM) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.