CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,003 km
6,837 miles
LDS
Yichun
China
Distance
11,003 km
6,837 mi / 5,941 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
332°
north northwest

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CHC LDS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Lindu Airport
IATA Code CHC LDS
ICAO Code NZCH ZYLD
City Christchurch Yichun
Country New Zealand China
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 123 ft 791 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 47.750000, 129.020000

Christchurch (CHC) to Yichun (LDS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Lindu Airport (LDS) in Yichun, China is 11,003 kilometers (6,837 miles / 5,941 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

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 China. 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 17:53 in Christchurch, it's 12:53 in Yichun. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Yichun (LDS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 150° (south 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 Lindu Airport (LDS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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