Airport Comparison
| CHC | HSH | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Henderson Executive Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | HSH |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KHND |
| City | Christchurch | Las Vegas |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 2,491 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 36.000000, -115.100000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Las Vegas (HSH) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Henderson Executive Airport (HSH) in Las Vegas, United States is 11,465 kilometers (7,124 miles / 6,191 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.
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 07:50 in Christchurch, it's 10:50 in Las Vegas. With a 21-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
There is a significant elevation difference of 2,368 feet between the two airports. Henderson Executive Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Las Vegas (HSH) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 225° (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 Henderson Executive Airport (HSH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.