Airport Comparison
| CHC | PDS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Piedras Negras International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PDS |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MMPG |
| City | Christchurch | N/A |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 901 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 28.630000, -100.530000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) in Piedras Negras International Airport, Mexico is 11,921 kilometers (7,407 miles / 6,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.
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 Mexico. 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 21:42 in Christchurch, it's 02:42 in Piedras Negras International Airport. With a 19-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 Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 229° (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 Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.