The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to William T Piper Memorial Airport (LHV) in Lock Haven, United States is 14,433 kilometers (8,968 miles / 7,793 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east northeast at a heading of 67°.

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 11:25 in Christchurch, it's 17:25 in Lock Haven. 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 Lock Haven (LHV) 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 William T Piper Memorial Airport (LHV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.