CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
13,005 km
8,081 miles
ERG
Erbogachen
Russia
Distance
13,005 km
8,081 mi / 7,022 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
331°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

CHC ERG
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Yerbogachen Airport
IATA Code CHC ERG
ICAO Code NZCH UIKE
City Christchurch Erbogachen
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Irkutsk
Elevation 123 ft 400 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 61.270000, 108.030000

Christchurch (CHC) to Erbogachen (ERG) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Yerbogachen Airport (ERG) in Erbogachen, Russia is 13,005 kilometers (8,081 miles / 7,022 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 331°.

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 05:31 in Christchurch, it's 00:31 in Erbogachen. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Erbogachen (ERG) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 133° (southeast). 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 Yerbogachen Airport (ERG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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