BVU
Beluga
United States
12,092 km
7,514 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
12,092 km
7,514 mi / 6,529 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+22h
America/Anchorage
Heading
207°
south southwest

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BVU CHC
Airport Name Beluga Airport Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code BVU CHC
ICAO Code PABG NZCH
City Beluga Christchurch
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Anchorage Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 87 ft 123 ft
Coordinates 61.170000, -151.050000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Beluga (BVU) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Beluga Airport (BVU) in Beluga, United States to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 12,092 kilometers (7,514 miles / 6,529 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 207°.

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 02:26 in Beluga, it's 00:26 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 Beluga (BVU) follows a heading of 18° (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 Beluga Airport (BVU) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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