Airport Comparison
| BHA | CHC | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Los Perales Airport | Christchurch International Airport |
| IATA Code | BHA | CHC |
| ICAO Code | SESV | NZCH |
| City | Bahia de Caraquez | Christchurch |
| Country | Ecuador | New Zealand |
| Timezone | America/Guayaquil | Pacific/Auckland |
| Elevation | 10 ft | 123 ft |
| Coordinates | -0.610000, -80.400000 | -43.490000, 172.530000 |
Bahia de Caraquez (BHA) to Christchurch (CHC) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Los Perales Airport (BHA) in Bahia de Caraquez, Ecuador to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,327 kilometers (7,038 miles / 6,116 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.
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 Ecuador 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 07:34 in Bahia de Caraquez, it's 01:34 in Christchurch. With a 18-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Bahia de Caraquez (BHA) follows a heading of 102° (east 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 Los Perales Airport (BHA) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.