The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Sudbury Airport (YSB) in Falconbridge, Canada is 14,458 kilometers (8,984 miles / 7,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 14:40 in Christchurch, it's 20:40 in Falconbridge. With a 18-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 1,018 feet between the two airports. Sudbury Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Falconbridge (YSB) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 245° (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 Sudbury Airport (YSB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.