The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Red Lake Airport (YRL) in Red Lake, Canada is 13,830 kilometers (8,594 miles / 7,468 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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 14:02 in Christchurch, it's 19:02 in Red Lake. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,142 feet between the two airports. Red Lake Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Red Lake (YRL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 241° (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 Red Lake Airport (YRL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.