The flight distance from Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) in Asheville, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 13,728 kilometers (8,530 miles / 7,413 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 237°.

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 United States with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between North America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:27 in Asheville, it's 23:27 in Christchurch. 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 2,041 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Asheville Regional Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Asheville (AVL) follows a heading of 71° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Asheville Regional Airport (AVL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.