The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cape Dorset Airport (YTE) in Cape Dorset, Canada is 15,244 kilometers (9,472 miles / 8,231 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northeast at a heading of 37°.

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 07:58 in Christchurch, it's 13:58 in Cape Dorset. 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.

The return flight from Cape Dorset (YTE) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 264° (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 Cape Dorset Airport (YTE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.