CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
15,451 km
9,601 miles
USK
Usinsk
Russia
Distance
15,451 km
9,601 mi / 8,343 nm
Est. Flight Time
19h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-10h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
326°
northwest

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CHC USK
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Usinsk Airport
IATA Code CHC USK
ICAO Code NZCH UUYS
City Christchurch Usinsk
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Europe/Moscow
Elevation 123 ft 262 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 66.000000, 57.370000

Christchurch (CHC) to Usinsk (USK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Usinsk Airport (USK) in Usinsk, Russia is 15,451 kilometers (9,601 miles / 8,343 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying northwest at a heading of 326°.

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 Russia. 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 19:08 in Christchurch, it's 09:08 in Usinsk. With a 10-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 Usinsk (USK) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 90° (east). 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 Usinsk Airport (USK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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