The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Cristobal Airport (SCY) in San Cristobal, Ecuador is 10,570 kilometers (6,568 miles / 5,707 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 Ecuador. 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 14:54 in Christchurch, it's 19:54 in San Cristobal. With a 19-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from San Cristobal (SCY) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 226° (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 San Cristobal Airport (SCY) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.