CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,669 km
7,251 miles
GDX
Magadan
Russia
Distance
11,669 km
7,251 mi / 6,301 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
349°
north

Airport Comparison

CHC GDX
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Sokol Airport
IATA Code CHC GDX
ICAO Code NZCH UHMM
City Christchurch Magadan
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Magadan
Elevation 123 ft 574 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 59.910000, 150.720000

Christchurch (CHC) to Magadan (GDX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Sokol Airport (GDX) in Magadan, Russia is 11,669 kilometers (7,251 miles / 6,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 349°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:32 in Christchurch, it's 15:32 in Magadan.

The return flight from Magadan (GDX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 164° (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 Sokol Airport (GDX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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