BZN
Bozeman
United States
12,447 km
7,734 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
12,447 km
7,734 mi / 6,721 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+20h
America/Denver
Heading
229°
southwest

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BZN CHC
Airport Name Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code BZN CHC
ICAO Code KBZN NZCH
City Bozeman Christchurch
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Denver Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 4,473 ft 123 ft
Coordinates 45.780000, -111.150000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Bozeman (BZN) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport (BZN) in Bozeman, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 12,447 kilometers (7,734 miles / 6,721 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 229°.

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 United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 20:16 in Bozeman, it's 16:16 in Christchurch. With a 20-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 4,350 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Bozeman Yellowstone International Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Bozeman (BZN) follows a heading of 47° (northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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