The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Praia International Airport (RAI) in Praia, Cape Verde is 16,493 kilometers (10,248 miles / 8,905 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying south southeast at a heading of 149°.

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 Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:05 in Christchurch, it's 14:05 in Praia. With a 13-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 Praia (RAI) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 202° (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 Praia International Airport (RAI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.