Airport Comparison
| CHC | NHK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | NHK |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KNHK |
| City | Christchurch | Patuxent River |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 39 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 38.290000, -76.410000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Patuxent River (NHK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) in Patuxent River, United States is 14,359 kilometers (8,922 miles / 7,753 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.
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 United States. 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 04:14 in Christchurch, it's 10:14 in Patuxent River. 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 Patuxent River (NHK) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Patuxent River Nas (Trapnell Field) Airport (NHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.