CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
9,744 km
6,055 miles
RLO
Merlo
Argentina
Distance
9,744 km
6,055 mi / 5,261 nm
Est. Flight Time
12h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-15h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
134°
southeast

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Airport Comparison

CHC RLO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Valle Del Conlara International Airport
IATA Code CHC RLO
ICAO Code NZCH SAOS
City Christchurch Merlo
Country New Zealand Argentina
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Argentina/San_Luis
Elevation 123 ft 2,021 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -32.380000, -65.190000

Christchurch (CHC) to Merlo (RLO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) in Merlo, Argentina is 9,744 kilometers (6,055 miles / 5,261 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 13:10 in Christchurch, it's 22:10 in Merlo. 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 1,898 feet between the two airports. Valle Del Conlara International Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Merlo (RLO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 218° (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 Valle Del Conlara International Airport (RLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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