CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,291 km
5,773 miles
IHA
Niijima Airport
Japan
Distance
9,291 km
5,773 mi / 5,017 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC IHA
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Niijima Airport
IATA Code CHC IHA
ICAO Code NZCH RJAN
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 92 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 34.370000, 139.270000

Christchurch (CHC) to Niijima Airport (IHA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Niijima Airport (IHA) in Niijima Airport, Japan is 9,291 kilometers (5,773 miles / 5,017 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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 17:30 in Christchurch, it's 13:30 in Niijima Airport. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Niijima Airport (IHA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 156° (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 Niijima Airport (IHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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