The flight distance from Beni Airport (BNC) in Beni, DR Congo to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 14,002 kilometers (8,700 miles / 7,560 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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 DR Congo with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Africa and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 12:50 in Beni, it's 23:50 in Christchurch. With a 11-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 3,394 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Beni Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Beni (BNC) follows a heading of 228° (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 Beni Airport (BNC) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.