The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) in Santiago de Compostela, Spain is 19,914 kilometers (12,374 miles / 10,753 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying southeast at a heading of 130°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:38 in Christchurch, it's 02:38 in Santiago de Compostela. With a 12-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 1,090 feet between the two airports. Santiago de Compostela Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Santiago de Compostela (SCQ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 229° (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 Santiago de Compostela Airport (SCQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.