Airport Comparison
| CHC | SVC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Grant County Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | SVC |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KSVC |
| City | Christchurch | Silver City |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 5,446 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 32.640000, -108.160000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Silver City (SVC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Grant County Airport (SVC) in Silver City, United States is 11,669 kilometers (7,251 miles / 6,301 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.
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 01:07 in Christchurch, it's 05:07 in Silver City. With a 20-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 5,323 feet between the two airports. Grant County 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 Silver City (SVC) 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 Grant County Airport (SVC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.