CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
14,258 km
8,859 miles
YXU
London
Canada
Distance
14,258 km
8,859 mi / 7,699 nm
Est. Flight Time
18h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
63°
east northeast

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CHC YXU
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport London Airport
IATA Code CHC YXU
ICAO Code NZCH CYXU
City Christchurch London
Country New Zealand Canada
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Toronto
Elevation 123 ft 912 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 43.040000, -81.150000

Christchurch (CHC) to London (YXU) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to London Airport (YXU) in London, Canada is 14,258 kilometers (8,859 miles / 7,699 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 63°.

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 12:41 in Christchurch, it's 18:41 in London. 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 London (YXU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 242° (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 London Airport (YXU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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