Airport Comparison
| CHC | JXN | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Jackson County/Reynolds Field |
| IATA Code | CHC | JXN |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KJXN |
| City | Christchurch | Jackson |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Detroit |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,001 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 42.260000, -84.460000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Jackson (JXN) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Jackson County/Reynolds Field (JXN) in Jackson, United States is 13,979 kilometers (8,686 miles / 7,548 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.
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 04:14 in Christchurch, it's 10:14 in Jackson. With a 18-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 Jackson (JXN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Jackson County/Reynolds Field (JXN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.