Airport Comparison
| CHC | RVD | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | General Leite de Castro Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | RVD |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SWLC |
| City | Christchurch | Rio Verde |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Sao_Paulo |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 2,464 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -17.830000, -50.960000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Rio Verde (RVD) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to General Leite de Castro Airport (RVD) in Rio Verde, Brazil is 11,884 kilometers (7,385 miles / 6,417 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.
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 16:01 in Christchurch, it's 00:01 in Rio Verde. 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 2,341 feet between the two airports. General Leite de Castro Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Rio Verde (RVD) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 211° (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 General Leite de Castro Airport (RVD) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.