Airport Comparison
| CHC | NBW | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Leeward Point Field |
| IATA Code | CHC | NBW |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MUGM |
| City | Christchurch | Guantanamo Bay Naval Station |
| Country | New Zealand | Cuba |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Havana |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 56 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 19.910000, -75.210000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Leeward Point Field (NBW) in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station, Cuba is 13,290 kilometers (8,258 miles / 7,176 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 90°.
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 Cuba. 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 01:27 in Christchurch, it's 07:27 in Guantanamo Bay Naval Station. With a 18-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 Guantanamo Bay Naval Station (NBW) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 230° (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 Leeward Point Field (NBW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.