The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) in Masai Mara, Kenya is 13,476 kilometers (8,374 miles / 7,277 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 232°.

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 Kenya. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 02:27 in Christchurch, it's 16:27 in Masai Mara. With a 10-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 5,077 feet between the two airports. Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip sits higher than Christchurch International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Masai Mara (MRE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 145° (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 Mara Serena Lodge Airstrip (MRE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.