CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,062 km
6,874 miles
DQA
Daqing Shi
China
Distance
11,062 km
6,874 mi / 5,973 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
329°
north northwest

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CHC DQA
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Saertu Airport
IATA Code CHC DQA
ICAO Code NZCH ZYDQ
City Christchurch Daqing Shi
Country New Zealand China
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 123 ft 496 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 46.750000, 125.140000

Christchurch (CHC) to Daqing Shi (DQA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Saertu Airport (DQA) in Daqing Shi, China is 11,062 kilometers (6,874 miles / 5,973 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 329°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:41 in Christchurch, it's 11:41 in Daqing Shi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Daqing Shi (DQA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 147° (south southeast). 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 Saertu Airport (DQA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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