CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,959 km
7,431 miles
SXP
Nunam Iqua
United States
Distance
11,959 km
7,431 mi / 6,457 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-22h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
11°
north

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CHC SXP
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Nunam Iqua Airport
IATA Code CHC SXP
ICAO Code NZCH KSXP
City Christchurch Nunam Iqua
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Nome
Elevation 123 ft 18 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 62.520000, -164.850000

Christchurch (CHC) to Nunam Iqua (SXP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) in Nunam Iqua, United States is 11,959 kilometers (7,431 miles / 6,457 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 08:38 in Christchurch, it's 10:38 in Nunam Iqua. 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 Nunam Iqua (SXP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 197° (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 Nunam Iqua Airport (SXP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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