The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Tainan Airport (TNN) in Tainan City, Taiwan is 9,113 kilometers (5,662 miles / 4,920 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying northwest at a heading of 313°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 06:09 in Christchurch, it's 01:09 in Tainan City. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tainan City (TNN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 145° (southeast). 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 Tainan Airport (TNN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.