The flight distance from Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) in Creston, Canada to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 12,386 kilometers (7,696 miles / 6,688 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 227°.

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 Canada 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 17:40 in Creston, it's 13:40 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 1,947 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Art Sutcliffe Field.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Creston (CFQ) follows a heading of 42° (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 Art Sutcliffe Field (CFQ) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.