Airport Comparison
| CHC | ZUM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Churchill Falls Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | ZUM |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CZUM |
| City | Christchurch | Churchill Falls |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Halifax |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,442 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 53.560000, -64.110000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Churchill Falls (ZUM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Churchill Falls Airport (ZUM) in Churchill Falls, Canada is 15,817 kilometers (9,828 miles / 8,540 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 19:40 in Christchurch, it's 02:40 in Churchill Falls. With a 17-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 1,319 feet between the two airports. Churchill Falls Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Churchill Falls (ZUM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 262° (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 Churchill Falls Airport (ZUM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.