CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,575 km
5,950 miles
FUK
Fukuoka
Japan
Distance
9,575 km
5,950 mi / 5,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
326°
northwest

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CHC FUK
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Fukuoka Airport
IATA Code CHC FUK
ICAO Code NZCH RJFF
City Christchurch Fukuoka
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 32 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 33.590000, 130.450000

Christchurch (CHC) to Fukuoka (FUK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Fukuoka Airport (FUK) in Fukuoka, Japan is 9,575 kilometers (5,950 miles / 5,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 23:25 in Christchurch, it's 19:25 in Fukuoka. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Fukuoka (FUK) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 151° (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 Fukuoka Airport (FUK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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