Airport Comparison
| CHC | FOR | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Pinto Martins International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | FOR |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SBFZ |
| City | Christchurch | Fortaleza |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Fortaleza |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 82 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -3.780000, -38.530000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Fortaleza (FOR) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) in Fortaleza, Brazil is 13,909 kilometers (8,642 miles / 7,510 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 141°.
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 03:55 in Christchurch, it's 11:55 in Fortaleza. 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 Fortaleza (FOR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 207° (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 Pinto Martins International Airport (FOR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.