Airport Comparison
| CHC | YCS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Chesterfield Inlet Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | YCS |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CYCS |
| City | Christchurch | Chesterfield Inlet |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 32 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 63.350000, -90.730000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Chesterfield Inlet (YCS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Chesterfield Inlet Airport (YCS) in Chesterfield Inlet, Canada is 14,543 kilometers (9,037 miles / 7,853 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.
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 Canada. 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 10:39 in Christchurch, it's 15:39 in Chesterfield Inlet. With a 19-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 Chesterfield Inlet (YCS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 252° (west 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 Chesterfield Inlet Airport (YCS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.