Airport Comparison
| CHC | PDP | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PDP |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SULS |
| City | Christchurch | Punta del Este |
| Country | New Zealand | Uruguay |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Montevideo |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 95 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -34.860000, -55.090000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Punta del Este (PDP) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) in Punta del Este, Uruguay is 10,058 kilometers (6,250 miles / 5,431 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.
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 Uruguay. 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 20:11 in Christchurch, it's 04:11 in Punta del Este. 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 Punta del Este (PDP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 212° (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 Capitan Corbeta CA Curbelo International Airport (PDP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.