The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to El Kharga Airport (UVL) in El Kharga Airport, Egypt is 16,041 kilometers (9,967 miles / 8,661 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:00 in Christchurch, it's 02:00 in El Kharga Airport. With a 11-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 El Kharga Airport (UVL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 130° (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 El Kharga Airport (UVL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.