CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,038 km
7,480 miles
MAF
Midland
United States
Distance
12,038 km
7,480 mi / 6,500 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
63°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC MAF
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Midland International Air And Space Port Airport
IATA Code CHC MAF
ICAO Code NZCH KMAF
City Christchurch Midland
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 123 ft 2,872 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 31.940000, -102.200000

Christchurch (CHC) to Midland (MAF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) in Midland, United States is 12,038 kilometers (7,480 miles / 6,500 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 03:19 in Christchurch, it's 08:19 in Midland. With a 19-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 2,749 feet between the two airports. Midland International Air And Space Port Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Midland (MAF) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 230° (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 Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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