The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) in San Bernardino, United States is 11,178 kilometers (6,946 miles / 6,036 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 52°.

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 19:23 in Christchurch, it's 22:23 in San Bernardino. With a 21-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 1,036 feet between the two airports. San Bernardino International Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from San Bernardino (SBD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 224° (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 San Bernardino International Airport (SBD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.