The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Snap Lake Airport (YNX) in Snap Lake, Canada is 13,652 kilometers (8,483 miles / 7,372 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northeast at a heading of 31°.

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 Canada. 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 00:36 in Christchurch, it's 04:36 in Snap Lake. With a 20-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 1,434 feet between the two airports. Snap Lake Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Snap Lake (YNX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Snap Lake Airport (YNX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.