CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,343 km
7,670 miles
THM
Thompson Falls
United States
Distance
12,343 km
7,670 mi / 6,665 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC THM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Thompson Falls Airport
IATA Code CHC THM
ICAO Code NZCH KTHM
City Christchurch Thompson Falls
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Denver
Elevation 123 ft 2,467 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 47.600000, -115.300000

Christchurch (CHC) to Thompson Falls (THM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Thompson Falls Airport (THM) in Thompson Falls, United States is 12,343 kilometers (7,670 miles / 6,665 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 07:16 in Christchurch, it's 11:16 in Thompson Falls. 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 2,344 feet between the two airports. Thompson Falls Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Thompson Falls (THM) 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 Thompson Falls Airport (THM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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