CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,854 km
6,123 miles
KPO
Pohang
South Korea
Distance
9,854 km
6,123 mi / 5,321 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
326°
north northwest

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CHC KPO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Pohang Airport
IATA Code CHC KPO
ICAO Code NZCH RKTH
City Christchurch Pohang
Country New Zealand South Korea
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Seoul
Elevation 123 ft 70 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.990000, 129.420000

Christchurch (CHC) to Pohang (KPO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Pohang Airport (KPO) in Pohang, South Korea is 9,854 kilometers (6,123 miles / 5,321 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying north northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 South Korea. 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 05:53 in Christchurch, it's 01:53 in Pohang. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Pohang (KPO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Pohang Airport (KPO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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