The flight distance from Basankusu Airport (BSU) in Basankusu, DR Congo to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 14,595 kilometers (9,069 miles / 7,881 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southeast at a heading of 154°.

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 DR Congo 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 15:21 in Basankusu, it's 03:21 in Christchurch. With a 12-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 1,094 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Basankusu Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Basankusu (BSU) follows a heading of 218° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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