Airport Comparison
| CHC | YTX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Telegraph Creek Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | YTX |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CBM5 |
| City | Christchurch | Telegraph Creek |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Vancouver |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,100 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 57.920000, -131.120000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Telegraph Creek (YTX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Telegraph Creek Airport (YTX) in Telegraph Creek, Canada is 12,420 kilometers (7,717 miles / 6,706 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 28°.
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 01:35 in Christchurch, it's 04:35 in Telegraph Creek. With a 21-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 Telegraph Creek (YTX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 221° (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 Telegraph Creek Airport (YTX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.