CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
15,091 km
9,377 miles
IRM
Igrim Airport
Russia
Distance
15,091 km
9,377 mi / 8,148 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-8h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
322°
northwest

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CHC IRM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Igrim Airport
IATA Code CHC IRM
ICAO Code NZCH USHI
City Christchurch N/A
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Yekaterinburg
Elevation 123 ft 79 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 63.200000, 64.440000

Christchurch (CHC) to Igrim Airport (IRM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Igrim Airport (IRM) in Igrim Airport, Russia is 15,091 kilometers (9,377 miles / 8,148 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 322°.

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 23:02 in Christchurch, it's 15:02 in Igrim Airport. 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 Igrim Airport (IRM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Igrim Airport (IRM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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