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Flights from Zurich to Christchurch

There are no direct flights from Zurich to Christchurch. The easiest way is one stop via Hong Kong or Dubai, about 25h 54m door to door.

No direct flights · 4 connection options From 25h 53m
ZRHCHCHKG

Zurich to Christchurch at a glance

Fastest journey25h 53mEstimated
Nonstop flightsNoneConnect via Hong Kong or Dubai

Best ways to fly from Zurich to Christchurch

Ranked by how easy the connection is: one airline or alliance first (bags and connection protected), then the quickest self-transfer options.

1
ZRH Hong Kong (HKG) CHC
Leg 1: Cathay Pacific, SWISS · Leg 2: Cathay Pacific
One airline, one ticket ~25h 54m
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2
ZRH Dubai (DXB) CHC
Leg 1: Emirates, SWISS · Leg 2: Emirates
One airline, one ticket ~26h 01m
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3
ZRH San Francisco (SFO) CHC
Leg 1: SWISS, United Airlines · Leg 2: United Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~28h 09m
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4
ZRH Singapore (SIN) CHC
Leg 1: Singapore Airlines, SWISS · Leg 2: Singapore Airlines
One airline, one ticket ~25h 53m
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Connections are computed from flights actually flown over the last 8 weeks, with at least 45 minutes to change on one airline and 2 hours on separate tickets. Times are local. The search shows live itineraries and exact times.

Good to know

Distance
18,705 km11,616 miles
Journey time
25h 53mestimate
Time difference
+12hChristchurch vs Zurich
Currency in Christchurch
NZD
Airports
ZRH → CHC

Flights from Zurich to Christchurch: questions answered

Are there direct flights from Zurich to Christchurch?
No. There is no nonstop service, so you will connect, most easily in Hong Kong, Dubai and San Francisco. Some connections are on one airline or alliance, so your bags and connection are protected on a single ticket.
How long is the flight from Zurich to Christchurch?
With one connection the journey usually takes around 25h 53m, depending on the layover. The straight-line distance is 18,705 km.
Where do you change planes between Zurich and Christchurch?
The best connecting points are Hong Kong (HKG), Dubai (DXB), San Francisco (SFO) and Singapore (SIN). Cathay Pacific flies both legs via Hong Kong, so you can book it as one ticket.
Which airports serve Zurich and Christchurch?
Zurich: Zürich Airport (ZRH). Christchurch: Christchurch International Airport (CHC).
What is the time difference between Zurich and Christchurch?
Christchurch is 12 hours ahead of Zurich.

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