Airport Comparison
| CHC | PCA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Portage Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PCA |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | PAOC |
| City | Christchurch | Portage Creek |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 129 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 58.910000, -157.710000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Portage Creek (PCA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Portage Creek Airport (PCA) in Portage Creek, United States is 11,711 kilometers (7,277 miles / 6,323 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 15°.
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 05:12 in Christchurch, it's 07:12 in Portage Creek. With a 22-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 Portage Creek (PCA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 202° (south 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 Portage Creek Airport (PCA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.