The flight distance from Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) in Billings, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 12,604 kilometers (7,832 miles / 6,806 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southwest at a heading of 231°.

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 12:00 in Billings, it's 08:00 in Christchurch. With a 20-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 3,539 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Billings Logan International Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Billings (BIL) follows a heading of 48° (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 Billings Logan International Airport (BIL) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.