CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
10,788 km
6,703 miles
QCN
Canela
Brazil
Distance
10,788 km
6,703 mi / 5,825 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
143°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC QCN
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Canela Airport
IATA Code CHC QCN
ICAO Code NZCH SSCN
City Christchurch Canela
Country New Zealand Brazil
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Sao_Paulo
Elevation 123 ft 2,723 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -29.370000, -50.830000

Christchurch (CHC) to Canela (QCN) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Canela Airport (QCN) in Canela, Brazil is 10,788 kilometers (6,703 miles / 5,825 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, 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 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 20:35 in Christchurch, it's 05:35 in Canela. With a 15-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,600 feet between the two airports. Canela Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Canela (QCN) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 210° (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 Canela Airport (QCN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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