Airport Comparison
| CHC | YXL | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Sioux Lookout Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | YXL |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | CYXL |
| City | Christchurch | Sioux Lookout |
| Country | New Zealand | Canada |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Winnipeg |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,258 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 50.110000, -91.910000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Sioux Lookout (YXL) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) in Sioux Lookout, Canada is 13,896 kilometers (8,635 miles / 7,503 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 51°.
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 03:18 in Christchurch, it's 08:18 in Sioux Lookout. With a 19-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 1,135 feet between the two airports. Sioux Lookout Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Sioux Lookout (YXL) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 242° (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 Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.