The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Kalmar Airport (KLR) in Kalmar Airport, Sweden is 17,793 kilometers (11,056 miles / 9,608 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northwest at a heading of 320°.

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 Sweden. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:18 in Christchurch, it's 11:18 in Kalmar Airport. With a 12-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 Kalmar Airport (KLR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 59° (east northeast). 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 Kalmar Airport (KLR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.