The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Menara Airport (RAK) in Marrakech, Morocco is 18,693 kilometers (11,615 miles / 10,093 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying south at a heading of 178°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:20 in Christchurch, it's 15:20 in Marrakech. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,422 feet between the two airports. Menara Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Marrakech (RAK) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 182° (south). 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 Menara Airport (RAK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.