The flight distance from Krainiy Airport (BXY) in Baikonur, Kazakhstan to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 14,597 kilometers (9,070 miles / 7,882 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:01 in Baikonur, it's 05:01 in Christchurch. With a 8-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 Baikonur (BXY) follows a heading of 299° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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