CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,441 km
7,731 miles
LTS
Altus
United States
Distance
12,441 km
7,731 mi / 6,718 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
62°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC LTS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Altus Afb Airport
IATA Code CHC LTS
ICAO Code NZCH KLTS
City Christchurch Altus
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 123 ft 1,382 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 34.670000, -99.270000

Christchurch (CHC) to Altus (LTS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Altus Afb Airport (LTS) in Altus, United States is 12,441 kilometers (7,731 miles / 6,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 62°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:54 in Christchurch, it's 04:54 in Altus. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,259 feet between the two airports. Altus Afb Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Altus (LTS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). 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 Altus Afb Airport (LTS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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