CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
10,308 km
6,405 miles
LYI
Linyi
China
Distance
10,308 km
6,405 mi / 5,566 nm
Est. Flight Time
13h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
318°
northwest

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CHC LYI
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Shubuling Airport
IATA Code CHC LYI
ICAO Code NZCH ZSLY
City Christchurch Linyi
Country New Zealand China
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Shanghai
Elevation 123 ft 0 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 35.050000, 118.410000

Christchurch (CHC) to Linyi (LYI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Shubuling Airport (LYI) in Linyi, China is 10,308 kilometers (6,405 miles / 5,566 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying northwest at a heading of 318°.

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 China. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:31 in Christchurch, it's 04:31 in Linyi. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Linyi (LYI) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 144° (southeast). 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 Shubuling Airport (LYI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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