CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,327 km
5,796 miles
KBV
Krabi
Thailand
Distance
9,327 km
5,796 mi / 5,036 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-6h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
287°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC KBV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Krabi Airport
IATA Code CHC KBV
ICAO Code NZCH VTSG
City Christchurch Krabi
Country New Zealand Thailand
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Bangkok
Elevation 123 ft 82 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 8.100000, 98.990000

Christchurch (CHC) to Krabi (KBV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Krabi Airport (KBV) in Krabi, Thailand is 9,327 kilometers (5,796 miles / 5,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 Thailand. 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 02:40 in Christchurch, it's 20:40 in Krabi. With a 6-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 Krabi (KBV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 136° (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 Krabi Airport (KBV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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