Airport Comparison
| CHC | IAG | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Niagara Falls International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | IAG |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KIAG |
| City | Christchurch | Niagara Falls |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 592 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 43.110000, -78.950000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Niagara Falls (IAG) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) in Niagara Falls, United States is 14,420 kilometers (8,960 miles / 7,786 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 64°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 20:50 in Christchurch, it's 02:50 in Niagara Falls. With a 18-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 Niagara Falls (IAG) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 243° (west southwest). 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 Niagara Falls International Airport (IAG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.