Airport Comparison
| BCC | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Bear Creek 3 Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | BCC | CHC |
| ICAO Code | KZ48 | NZCH |
| City | Bear Creek | Christchurch |
| Country | United States | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Anchorage | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 740 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | 63.570000, -156.140000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Bear Creek (BCC) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Bear Creek 3 Airport (BCC) in Bear Creek, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 12,221 kilometers (7,594 miles / 6,599 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.
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 02:51 in Bear Creek, it's 00:51 in Christchurch. With a 22-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 Christchurch (CHC) to Bear Creek (BCC) follows a heading of 14° (north 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 Bear Creek 3 Airport (BCC) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.