The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Ekibastuz Airport (EKB) in Ekibastuz, Kazakhstan is 14,081 kilometers (8,749 miles / 7,603 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northwest at a heading of 310°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 15:46 in Christchurch, it's 07:46 in Ekibastuz. With a 8-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 Ekibastuz (EKB) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 116° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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