The flight distance from Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) in Quezaltenango, Guatemala to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,614 kilometers (7,217 miles / 6,271 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 228°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:16 in Quezaltenango, it's 03:16 in Christchurch. With a 19-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 7,656 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Quezaltenango Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Quezaltenango (AAZ) follows a heading of 83° (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 Quezaltenango Airport (AAZ) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.