CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
10,123 km
6,290 miles
GMP
Seoul
South Korea
Distance
10,123 km
6,290 mi / 5,466 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
325°
northwest

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CHC GMP
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Gimpo International Airport
IATA Code CHC GMP
ICAO Code NZCH RKSS
City Christchurch Seoul
Country New Zealand South Korea
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Seoul
Elevation 123 ft 58 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 37.560000, 126.790000

Christchurch (CHC) to Seoul (GMP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gimpo International Airport (GMP) in Seoul, South Korea is 10,123 kilometers (6,290 miles / 5,466 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 325°.

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 South Korea. 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 03:41 in Christchurch, it's 23:41 in Seoul. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Seoul (GMP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 149° (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 Gimpo International Airport (GMP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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