Airport Comparison
| CHC | YHT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Haines Junction Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | YHT |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CYHT |
| City | Christchurch | Haines Junction |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Whitehorse |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 2,150 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 60.790000, -137.550000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Haines Junction (YHT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Haines Junction Airport (YHT) in Haines Junction, Canada is 12,441 kilometers (7,731 miles / 6,718 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 24°.
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 23:58 in Christchurch, it's 03:58 in Haines Junction. 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 2,027 feet between the two airports. Haines Junction Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Haines Junction (YHT) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 217° (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 Haines Junction Airport (YHT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.