CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
13,143 km
8,167 miles
MEM
Memphis
United States
Distance
13,143 km
8,167 mi / 7,097 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
67°
east northeast

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CHC MEM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Memphis International Airport
IATA Code CHC MEM
ICAO Code NZCH KMEM
City Christchurch Memphis
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 123 ft 341 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.040000, -89.980000

Christchurch (CHC) to Memphis (MEM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Memphis International Airport (MEM) in Memphis, United States is 13,143 kilometers (8,167 miles / 7,097 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 02:55 in Christchurch, it's 07:55 in Memphis. 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.

The return flight from Memphis (MEM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 235° (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 Memphis International Airport (MEM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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