CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
13,417 km
8,337 miles
SAQ
Andros Island
Bahamas
Distance
13,417 km
8,337 mi / 7,244 nm
Est. Flight Time
17h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
83°
east

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CHC SAQ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport San Andros Airport
IATA Code CHC SAQ
ICAO Code NZCH MYAN
City Christchurch Andros Island
Country New Zealand Bahamas
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Nassau
Elevation 123 ft 5 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 25.050000, -78.050000

Christchurch (CHC) to Andros Island (SAQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Andros Airport (SAQ) in Andros Island, Bahamas is 13,417 kilometers (8,337 miles / 7,244 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east at a heading of 83°.

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 Bahamas. 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 07:07 in Christchurch, it's 13:07 in Andros Island. With a 18-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 Andros Island (SAQ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 233° (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 San Andros Airport (SAQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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