CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
12,028 km
7,474 miles
KVM
Markovo
Russia
Distance
12,028 km
7,474 mi / 6,495 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-1h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
359°
north

Airport Comparison

CHC KVM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Markovo Airport
IATA Code CHC KVM
ICAO Code NZCH UHMO
City Christchurch Markovo
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Anadyr
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 64.670000, 170.420000

Christchurch (CHC) to Markovo (KVM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Markovo Airport (KVM) in Markovo, Russia is 12,028 kilometers (7,474 miles / 6,495 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying north at a heading of 359°.

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 02:12 in Christchurch, it's 01:12 in Markovo.

The return flight from Markovo (KVM) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 178° (south). 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 Markovo Airport (KVM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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