The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Samedan Airport (SMV) in Samedan Airport, Switzerland is 18,613 kilometers (11,566 miles / 10,050 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:20 in Christchurch, it's 17:20 in Samedan Airport. 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 5,477 feet between the two airports. Samedan 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 Samedan Airport (SMV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 82° (east). 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 Samedan Airport (SMV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.