CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,759 km
7,307 miles
RDM
Redmond
United States
Distance
11,759 km
7,307 mi / 6,350 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-21h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
43°
northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC RDM
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Roberts Field
IATA Code CHC RDM
ICAO Code NZCH KRDM
City Christchurch Redmond
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Los_Angeles
Elevation 123 ft 3,082 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 44.250000, -121.150000

Christchurch (CHC) to Redmond (RDM) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Roberts Field (RDM) in Redmond, United States is 11,759 kilometers (7,307 miles / 6,350 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 43°.

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 04:21 in Christchurch, it's 07:21 in Redmond. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,959 feet between the two airports. Roberts Field sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Redmond (RDM) 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 Roberts Field (RDM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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