The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Nakhon Phanom Airport (KOP) in Nakhon Phanom Airport, Thailand is 9,657 kilometers (6,000 miles / 5,214 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 298°.

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 14:16 in Christchurch, it's 08:16 in Nakhon Phanom Airport. 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 Nakhon Phanom Airport (KOP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 138° (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 Nakhon Phanom Airport (KOP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.