Airport Comparison
| CHC | SCM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Scammon Bay Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | SCM |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | PACM |
| City | Christchurch | Scammon Bay |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Anchorage |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 22 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 61.840000, -165.570000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Scammon Bay (SCM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Scammon Bay Airport (SCM) in Scammon Bay, United States is 11,876 kilometers (7,379 miles / 6,413 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 11°.
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 03:24 in Christchurch, it's 05:24 in Scammon Bay. 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 Scammon Bay (SCM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 196° (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 Scammon Bay Airport (SCM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.