Airport Comparison
Christchurch (CHC) to Cananea Airport (CNA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cananea Airport (CNA) in Cananea Airport, Mexico is 11,416 kilometers (7,094 miles / 6,164 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 Mexico. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 03:18 in Christchurch, it's 07:18 in Cananea Airport. 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 5,077 feet between the two airports. Cananea Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from Cananea Airport (CNA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 227° (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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Cananea Airport (CNA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.