CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,514 km
7,776 miles
CYX
Cherskiy
Russia
Distance
12,514 km
7,776 mi / 6,757 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
356°
north

Airport Comparison

CHC CYX
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Cherskiy Airport
IATA Code CHC CYX
ICAO Code NZCH UESS
City Christchurch Cherskiy
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Srednekolymsk
Elevation 123 ft 20 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 68.740000, 161.340000

Christchurch (CHC) to Cherskiy (CYX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cherskiy Airport (CYX) in Cherskiy, Russia is 12,514 kilometers (7,776 miles / 6,757 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north at a heading of 356°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:57 in Christchurch, it's 10:57 in Cherskiy.

The return flight from Cherskiy (CYX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 171° (south). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

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

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