CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,433 km
7,104 miles
IFP
Bullhead City
United States
Distance
11,433 km
7,104 mi / 6,173 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC IFP
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport
IATA Code CHC IFP
ICAO Code NZCH KIFP
City Christchurch Bullhead City
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Phoenix
Elevation 123 ft 707 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.150000, -114.560000

Christchurch (CHC) to Bullhead City (IFP) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport (IFP) in Bullhead City, United States is 11,433 kilometers (7,104 miles / 6,173 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:33 in Christchurch, it's 12:33 in Bullhead City. 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.

The return flight from Bullhead City (IFP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 225° (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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Laughlin/Bullhead International Airport (IFP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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