The flight distance from Soko Airport (BDK) in Bondoukou, Ivory Coast to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 16,044 kilometers (9,970 miles / 8,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south at a heading of 174°.

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 Ivory Coast with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:15 in Bondoukou, it's 07:15 in Christchurch. With a 13-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 1,124 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Soko Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Bondoukou (BDK) follows a heading of 188° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Soko Airport (BDK) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.