The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Lhok Sukon Airport (LSX) in Lhok Sukon-Sumatra Island, Indonesia is 9,222 kilometers (5,731 miles / 4,980 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying west northwest at a heading of 284°.

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 Indonesia. 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 08:45 in Christchurch, it's 02:45 in Lhok Sukon-Sumatra Island. 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 Lhok Sukon-Sumatra Island (LSX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 135° (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 Lhok Sukon Airport (LSX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.