CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,330 km
5,797 miles
OIM
Izu Oshima
Japan
Distance
9,330 km
5,797 mi / 5,038 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
333°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC OIM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Oshima Airport
IATA Code CHC OIM
ICAO Code NZCH RJTO
City Christchurch Izu Oshima
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 123 ft 130 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 34.780000, 139.360000

Christchurch (CHC) to Izu Oshima (OIM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Oshima Airport (OIM) in Izu Oshima, Japan is 9,330 kilometers (5,797 miles / 5,038 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying north northwest at a heading of 333°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:24 in Christchurch, it's 23:24 in Izu Oshima. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Izu Oshima (OIM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 156° (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 Oshima Airport (OIM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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