CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
10,982 km
6,824 miles
ROD
Robertson
South Africa
Distance
10,982 km
6,824 mi / 5,930 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-11h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
203°
south southwest

Airport Comparison

CHC ROD
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Robertson Airport
IATA Code CHC ROD
ICAO Code NZCH FARS
City Christchurch Robertson
Country New Zealand South Africa
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Africa/Johannesburg
Elevation 123 ft 640 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -33.810000, 19.900000

Christchurch (CHC) to Robertson (ROD) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Robertson Airport (ROD) in Robertson, South Africa is 10,982 kilometers (6,824 miles / 5,930 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southwest at a heading of 203°.

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 South Africa. 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 15:35 in Christchurch, it's 04:35 in Robertson. With a 11-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 Robertson (ROD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 160° (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 Robertson Airport (ROD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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