The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Kashan Airport (KKS) in Kashan Airport, Iran is 14,890 kilometers (9,252 miles / 8,040 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Iran. 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 07:50 in Christchurch, it's 22:20 in Kashan Airport. With a 9.5-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 3,342 feet between the two airports. Kashan Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Kashan Airport (KKS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 120° (east 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 Kashan Airport (KKS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.