Airport Comparison
| BBU | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Baneasa International Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | BBU | CHC |
| ICAO Code | LRBS | NZCH |
| City | Bucharest | Christchurch |
| Country | Romania | New Zealand |
| Timezone | Europe/Bucharest | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 297 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 44.500000, 26.100000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Bucharest (BBU) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Baneasa International Airport (BBU) in Bucharest, Romania to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 17,346 kilometers (10,778 miles / 9,366 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying east at a heading of 100°.
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 Romania with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 23:47 in Bucharest, it's 10:47 in Christchurch. 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 Christchurch (CHC) to Bucharest (BBU) follows a heading of 284° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.
For more information about these airports, visit the Baneasa International Airport (BBU) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.