The flight distance from Port Alfred Airport (AFD) in Port Alfred, South Africa to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 10,766 kilometers (6,690 miles / 5,813 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southeast at a heading of 156°.

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 16:49 in Port Alfred, it's 03:49 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.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Port Alfred (AFD) follows a heading of 208° (south 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 Port Alfred Airport (AFD) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.