CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,202 km
7,582 miles
GLV
Golovin
United States
Distance
12,202 km
7,582 mi / 6,589 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-22h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
11°
north

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CHC GLV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Golovin Airport
IATA Code CHC GLV
ICAO Code NZCH PAGL
City Christchurch Golovin
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Anchorage
Elevation 123 ft 65 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 64.550000, -163.010000

Christchurch (CHC) to Golovin (GLV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Golovin Airport (GLV) in Golovin, United States is 12,202 kilometers (7,582 miles / 6,589 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 11°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:42 in Christchurch, it's 23:42 in Golovin. With a 22-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Golovin (GLV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 199° (south southwest). 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 Golovin Airport (GLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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