CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,797 km
6,088 miles
PUS
Busan
South Korea
Distance
9,797 km
6,088 mi / 5,290 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
326°
northwest

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CHC PUS
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Gimhae International Airport
IATA Code CHC PUS
ICAO Code NZCH RKPK
City Christchurch Busan
Country New Zealand South Korea
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Seoul
Elevation 123 ft 6 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.180000, 128.940000

Christchurch (CHC) to Busan (PUS) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Gimhae International Airport (PUS) in Busan, South Korea is 9,797 kilometers (6,088 miles / 5,290 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 South Korea. 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 06:55 in Christchurch, it's 02:55 in Busan. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Busan (PUS) 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 Gimhae International Airport (PUS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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