The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Yemelyanovo Airport (KJA) in Krasnoyarsk, Russia is 13,357 kilometers (8,300 miles / 7,212 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 321°.

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 Russia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:56 in Christchurch, it's 09:56 in Krasnoyarsk. With a 6-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 Krasnoyarsk (KJA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 124° (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 Yemelyanovo Airport (KJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.