Airport Comparison
| CHC | TGQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Tangara da Serra Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | TGQ |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SWTS |
| City | Christchurch | Tangara Da Serra |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Cuiaba |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 1,460 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -14.660000, -57.440000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Tangara Da Serra (TGQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Tangara da Serra Airport (TGQ) in Tangara Da Serra, Brazil is 11,797 kilometers (7,331 miles / 6,370 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 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 12:13 in Christchurch, it's 19:13 in Tangara Da Serra. 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.
There is a significant elevation difference of 1,337 feet between the two airports. Tangara da Serra Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.
The return flight from Tangara Da Serra (TGQ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 215° (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 Tangara da Serra Airport (TGQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.