CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,528 km
7,163 miles
JIC
Jinchang
China
Distance
11,528 km
7,163 mi / 6,225 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
311°
northwest

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CHC JIC
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Jinchuan Airport
IATA Code CHC JIC
ICAO Code NZCH ZLJC
City Christchurch Jinchang
Country New Zealand China
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 123 ft 4,740 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 38.540000, 102.350000

Christchurch (CHC) to Jinchang (JIC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Jinchuan Airport (JIC) in Jinchang, China is 11,528 kilometers (7,163 miles / 6,225 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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 China. 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 03:29 in Christchurch, it's 22:29 in Jinchang. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,617 feet between the two airports. Jinchuan Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Jinchang (JIC) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 135° (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 Jinchuan Airport (JIC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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