Airport Comparison
| CHC | UKK | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Ust-Kamennogorsk Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | UKK |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | UASK |
| City | Christchurch | Ust Kamenogorsk |
| Country | New Zealand | Kazakhstan |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Asia/Almaty |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 942 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 50.040000, 82.490000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Ust Kamenogorsk (UKK) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Ust-Kamennogorsk Airport (UKK) in Ust Kamenogorsk, Kazakhstan is 13,550 kilometers (8,420 miles / 7,317 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northwest at a heading of 311°.
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 Kazakhstan. 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 02:57 in Christchurch, it's 18:57 in Ust Kamenogorsk. With a 8-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 Ust Kamenogorsk (UKK) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 121° (east 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 Ust-Kamennogorsk Airport (UKK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.