CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,585 km
5,956 miles
FKJ
Fukui Airport
Japan
Distance
9,585 km
5,956 mi / 5,176 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
331°
north northwest

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CHC FKJ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Fukui Airport
IATA Code CHC FKJ
ICAO Code NZCH RJNF
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 19 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 36.140000, 136.220000

Christchurch (CHC) to Fukui Airport (FKJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Fukui Airport (FKJ) in Fukui Airport, Japan is 9,585 kilometers (5,956 miles / 5,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 Japan. 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 11:25 in Christchurch, it's 07:25 in Fukui Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fukui Airport (FKJ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 154° (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 Fukui Airport (FKJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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