APZ
Zapala
Argentina
8,895 km
5,527 miles
CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
Distance
8,895 km
5,527 mi / 4,803 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+15h
America/Argentina/Salta
Heading
221°
southwest

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Airport Comparison

APZ CHC
Airport Name Zapala Airport Christchurch International Airport
IATA Code APZ CHC
ICAO Code SAHZ NZCH
City Zapala Christchurch
Country Argentina New Zealand
Timezone America/Argentina/Salta Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 3,330 ft 123 ft
Coordinates -38.980000, -70.110000 -43.490000, 172.530000

Zapala (APZ) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Zapala Airport (APZ) in Zapala, Argentina to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 8,895 kilometers (5,527 miles / 4,803 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southwest at a heading of 221°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting Argentina with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:19 in Zapala, it's 14:19 in Christchurch. With a 15-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 3,207 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Zapala Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Zapala (APZ) follows a heading of 135° (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 Zapala Airport (APZ) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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