The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) in Bulgan Sum Airport, Mongolia is 12,746 kilometers (7,920 miles / 6,883 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:15 in Christchurch, it's 23:15 in Bulgan Sum Airport. With a 6-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 3,798 feet between the two airports. Bulgan Sum Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 128° (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 Bulgan Sum Airport (HBU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.