Airport Comparison
| CHC | NRS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | NRS |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | KNRS |
| City | Christchurch | Imperial Beach |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Los_Angeles |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 23 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 32.570000, -117.110000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Imperial Beach (NRS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) in Imperial Beach, United States is 11,064 kilometers (6,875 miles / 5,974 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.
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 02:42 in Christchurch, it's 05:42 in Imperial Beach. With a 21-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 Imperial Beach (NRS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 224° (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 Imperial Beach Nolf (Ream Field) Airport (NRS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.