CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,500 km
5,903 miles
MYJ
Matsuyama
Japan
Distance
9,500 km
5,903 mi / 5,129 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
328°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC MYJ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Matsuyama Airport
IATA Code CHC MYJ
ICAO Code NZCH RJOM
City Christchurch Matsuyama
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 25 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 33.830000, 132.700000

Christchurch (CHC) to Matsuyama (MYJ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) in Matsuyama, Japan is 9,500 kilometers (5,903 miles / 5,129 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 328°.

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 Japan. 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 11:16 in Christchurch, it's 07:16 in Matsuyama. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Matsuyama (MYJ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 152° (south 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 Matsuyama Airport (MYJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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