The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Area De Material Airport (RCU) in Rio Cuarto, Argentina is 9,735 kilometers (6,049 miles / 5,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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 Argentina. 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 19:31 in Christchurch, it's 03:31 in Rio Cuarto. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,257 feet between the two airports. Area De Material Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Cuarto (RCU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 217° (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 Area De Material Airport (RCU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.