The flight distance from Braganca Airport (BGC) in Braganca Airport, Portugal to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 19,823 kilometers (12,318 miles / 10,704 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying south southeast at a heading of 161°.

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 Portugal with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:54 in Braganca Airport, it's 07:54 in Christchurch. With a 13-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 2,118 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Braganca Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Braganca Airport (BGC) follows a heading of 199° (south 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 Braganca Airport (BGC) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.