The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira, Brazil is 12,396 kilometers (7,703 miles / 6,693 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.

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 11:56 in Christchurch, it's 18:56 in Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira. With a 17-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 Sao Gabriel Da Cachoeira (SJL) 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 Sao Gabriel da Cachoeira Airport (SJL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.