The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cadjehoun Airport (COO) in Cotonou, Benin is 15,776 kilometers (9,802 miles / 8,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southwest at a heading of 196°.

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 Benin. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:45 in Christchurch, it's 10:45 in Cotonou. With a 11-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 Cotonou (COO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 168° (south 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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Cadjehoun Airport (COO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.