The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Burns Lake Airport (YPZ) in Burns Lake, Canada is 12,340 kilometers (7,668 miles / 6,663 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northeast at a heading of 33°.

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 20:33 in Christchurch, it's 23:33 in Burns Lake. 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 2,220 feet between the two airports. Burns Lake Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Burns Lake (YPZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 223° (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 Burns Lake Airport (YPZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.