Airport Comparison
| CGZ | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Casa Grande Municipal Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | CGZ | CHC |
| ICAO Code | KCGZ | NZCH |
| City | Casa Grande | Christchurch |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Phoenix | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 1,464 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 33.000000, -111.800000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Casa Grande (CGZ) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Casa Grande Municipal Airport (CGZ) in Casa Grande, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,448 kilometers (7,114 miles / 6,182 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.
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 United States 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 20:01 in Casa Grande, it's 16:01 in Christchurch. With a 20-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 1,341 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Casa Grande Municipal Airport.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Casa Grande (CGZ) follows a heading of 56° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Casa Grande Municipal Airport (CGZ) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.