CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
8,327 km
5,174 miles
ROY
Rio Mayo
Argentina
Distance
8,327 km
5,174 mi / 4,496 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CHC ROY
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Rio Mayo Airport
IATA Code CHC ROY
ICAO Code NZCH SAWM
City Christchurch Rio Mayo
Country New Zealand Argentina
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Argentina/Catamarca
Elevation 123 ft 1,784 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -45.700000, -70.250000

Christchurch (CHC) to Rio Mayo (ROY) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) in Rio Mayo, Argentina is 8,327 kilometers (5,174 miles / 4,496 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

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 22:42 in Christchurch, it's 06:42 in Rio Mayo. 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 1,661 feet between the two airports. Rio Mayo Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Rio Mayo (ROY) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 222° (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 Rio Mayo Airport (ROY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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