Airport Comparison
| CHC | YHA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Port Hope Simpson Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | YHA |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CCP4 |
| City | Christchurch | Port Hope Simpson |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/St_Johns |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 347 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 52.530000, -56.290000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Port Hope Simpson (YHA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Port Hope Simpson Airport (YHA) in Port Hope Simpson, Canada is 16,324 kilometers (10,143 miles / 8,814 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east northeast at a heading of 57°.
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 20:13 in Christchurch, it's 03:43 in Port Hope Simpson. With a 16.5-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 Port Hope Simpson (YHA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 266° (west). 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 Port Hope Simpson Airport (YHA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.