The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Monkey Bay Airport (MYZ) in Monkey Bay, Malawi is 12,301 kilometers (7,644 miles / 6,642 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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 Malawi. 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 05:53 in Christchurch, it's 18:53 in Monkey Bay. With a 11-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 1,457 feet between the two airports. Monkey Bay Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Monkey Bay (MYZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 148° (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 Monkey Bay Airport (MYZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.