CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
17,545 km
10,902 miles
RKV
Reykjavik
Iceland
Distance
17,545 km
10,902 mi / 9,473 nm
Est. Flight Time
22h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
17°
north northeast

Airport Comparison

CHC RKV
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Reykjavik Airport
IATA Code CHC RKV
ICAO Code NZCH BIRK
City Christchurch Reykjavik
Country New Zealand Iceland
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Atlantic/Reykjavik
Elevation 123 ft 48 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 64.130000, -21.940000

Christchurch (CHC) to Reykjavik (RKV) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Reykjavik Airport (RKV) in Reykjavik, Iceland is 17,545 kilometers (10,902 miles / 9,473 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northeast at a heading of 17°.

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 Iceland. 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 06:20 in Christchurch, it's 17:20 in Reykjavik. With a 13-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 Reykjavik (RKV) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 331° (north northwest). 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 Reykjavik Airport (RKV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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