CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
15,131 km
9,402 miles
OSW
Orsk
Russia
Distance
15,131 km
9,402 mi / 8,170 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
304°
northwest

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CHC OSW
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Orsk Airport
IATA Code CHC OSW
ICAO Code NZCH UWOR
City Christchurch Orsk
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Yekaterinburg
Elevation 123 ft 909 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 51.070000, 58.600000

Christchurch (CHC) to Orsk (OSW) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Orsk Airport (OSW) in Orsk, Russia is 15,131 kilometers (9,402 miles / 8,170 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 304°.

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 23:05 in Christchurch, it's 15:05 in Orsk. 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 Orsk (OSW) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 107° (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 Orsk Airport (OSW) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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