CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,003 km
7,458 miles
RVR
Green River
United States
Distance
12,003 km
7,458 mi / 6,481 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC RVR
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Green River Municipal Airport
IATA Code CHC RVR
ICAO Code NZCH KU34
City Christchurch Green River
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Denver
Elevation 123 ft 4,234 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 38.960000, -110.230000

Christchurch (CHC) to Green River (RVR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Green River Municipal Airport (RVR) in Green River, United States is 12,003 kilometers (7,458 miles / 6,481 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 11:13 in Christchurch, it's 15:13 in Green River. With a 20-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 4,111 feet between the two airports. Green River Municipal Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Green River (RVR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 228° (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 Green River Municipal Airport (RVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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