Airport Comparison
| CHC | CZS | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Cruzeiro do Sul Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | CZS |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SBCZ |
| City | Christchurch | Cruzeiro Do Sul |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Eirunepe |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 637 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -7.600000, -72.770000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Cruzeiro Do Sul (CZS) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Cruzeiro do Sul Airport (CZS) in Cruzeiro Do Sul, Brazil is 11,352 kilometers (7,054 miles / 6,130 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.
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 17:42 in Christchurch, it's 23:42 in Cruzeiro Do Sul. 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 Cruzeiro Do Sul (CZS) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 222° (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 Cruzeiro do Sul Airport (CZS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.