Airport Comparison
| CHC | SLP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Ponciano Arriaga International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | SLP |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MMSP |
| City | Christchurch | San Luis Potosi |
| Country | New Zealand | Mexico |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Mexico_City |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 6,035 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 22.250000, -100.930000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to San Luis Potosi (SLP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) in San Luis Potosi, Mexico is 11,421 kilometers (7,097 miles / 6,167 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 71°.
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 06:11 in Christchurch, it's 11:11 in San Luis Potosi. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 5,912 feet between the two airports. Ponciano Arriaga International Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.
The return flight from San Luis Potosi (SLP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 228° (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 Ponciano Arriaga International Airport (SLP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.