CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,467 km
7,125 miles
LDA
Malda
India
Distance
11,467 km
7,125 mi / 6,192 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-7.5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
292°
west northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC LDA
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Malda Airport
IATA Code CHC LDA
ICAO Code NZCH VEMH
City Christchurch Malda
Country New Zealand India
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Kolkata
Elevation 123 ft 79 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 25.030000, 88.130000

Christchurch (CHC) to Malda (LDA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Malda Airport (LDA) in Malda, India is 11,467 kilometers (7,125 miles / 6,192 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying west northwest at a heading of 292°.

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 India. 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 00:15 in Christchurch, it's 16:45 in Malda. With a 7.5-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 Malda (LDA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 132° (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 Malda Airport (LDA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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