Airport Comparison
| CHC | PBX | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Fazenda Piraguassu Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PBX |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SWPQ |
| City | Christchurch | Porto Alegre Do Norte |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Cuiaba |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 705 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -10.860000, -51.690000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Porto Alegre Do Norte (PBX) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Fazenda Piraguassu Airport (PBX) in Porto Alegre Do Norte, Brazil is 12,498 kilometers (7,766 miles / 6,748 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.
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 22:20 in Christchurch, it's 05:20 in Porto Alegre Do Norte. With a 17-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 Porto Alegre Do Norte (PBX) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 213° (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 Fazenda Piraguassu Airport (PBX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.