CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,224 km
7,596 miles
KCR
Colorado Creek
United States
Distance
12,224 km
7,596 mi / 6,600 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-22h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
14°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC KCR
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Colorado Creek Airport
IATA Code CHC KCR
ICAO Code NZCH KKCR
City Christchurch Colorado Creek
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Anchorage
Elevation 123 ft 860 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 63.570000, -155.990000

Christchurch (CHC) to Colorado Creek (KCR) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Colorado Creek Airport (KCR) in Colorado Creek, United States is 12,224 kilometers (7,596 miles / 6,600 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north northeast at a heading of 14°.

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 11:15 in Christchurch, it's 13:15 in Colorado Creek. With a 22-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 Colorado Creek (KCR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 204° (south 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 Colorado Creek Airport (KCR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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