The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Santa Cruz do Sul Airport (CSU) in Santa Cruz Do Sul, Brazil is 10,680 kilometers (6,636 miles / 5,767 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 142°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 00:53 in Christchurch, it's 08:53 in Santa Cruz Do Sul. With a 16-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 Santa Cruz Do Sul (CSU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 211° (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 Christchurch International Airport (CHC) and Santa Cruz do Sul Airport (CSU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.