Airport Comparison
| CHC | MYM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Monkey Mountain Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | MYM |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SYMM |
| City | Christchurch | Monkey Mountain |
| Country | New Zealand | Guyana |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Guyana |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,456 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 4.480000, -59.680000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Monkey Mountain (MYM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Monkey Mountain Airport (MYM) in Monkey Mountain, Guyana is 13,321 kilometers (8,277 miles / 7,193 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 115°.
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 Guyana. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:55 in Christchurch, it's 15:55 in Monkey Mountain. 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 1,333 feet between the two airports. Monkey Mountain Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Monkey Mountain (MYM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 221° (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 Monkey Mountain Airport (MYM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.