The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Grant County Regional/Ogilvie Field (JDA) in John Day, United States is 11,892 kilometers (7,390 miles / 6,421 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 44°.

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 13:40 in Christchurch, it's 16:40 in John Day. With a 21-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 3,580 feet between the two airports. Grant County Regional/Ogilvie Field sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from John Day (JDA) 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 Grant County Regional/Ogilvie Field (JDA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.