The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Combolcha Airport (DSE) in Dessie, Ethiopia is 14,237 kilometers (8,847 miles / 7,687 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west southwest at a heading of 246°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:59 in Christchurch, it's 17:59 in Dessie. With a 10-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 5,994 feet between the two airports. Combolcha 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 Dessie (DSE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 137° (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 Combolcha Airport (DSE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.