The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Aubenas-Ardeche Meridional Airport (OBS) in Aubenas/Ardeche Meridional, France is 19,062 kilometers (11,845 miles / 10,293 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west at a heading of 281°.

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 France. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 06:42 in Christchurch, it's 18:42 in Aubenas/Ardeche Meridional. With a 12-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 Aubenas/Ardeche Meridional (OBS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 87° (east). 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 Aubenas-Ardeche Meridional Airport (OBS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.