CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
11,851 km
7,364 miles
TOO
Coto Brus
Costa Rica
Distance
11,851 km
7,364 mi / 6,399 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-18h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
94°
east

Ready to fly CHC to TOO?

Compare flight prices across hundreds of airlines and booking sites.

Find flights from CHC to TOO

Some links on this page are affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no extra cost to you.

Airport Comparison

CHC TOO
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport San Vito De Java Airport
IATA Code CHC TOO
ICAO Code NZCH MRSV
City Christchurch Coto Brus
Country New Zealand Costa Rica
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Costa_Rica
Elevation 123 ft 3,228 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 8.830000, -82.960000

Christchurch (CHC) to Coto Brus (TOO) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Vito De Java Airport (TOO) in Coto Brus, Costa Rica is 11,851 kilometers (7,364 miles / 6,399 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 94°.

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 Costa Rica. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:17 in Christchurch, it's 23:17 in Coto Brus. With a 18-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 3,105 feet between the two airports. San Vito De Java Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Coto Brus (TOO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 227° (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 Vito De Java Airport (TOO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

Cheapest months to fly CHC → TOO

Live ticket prices for the next 12 months. Click any month to see deals.

Flight schedule CHC → TOO

Upcoming departures, airlines, and flight numbers for this route.

Flight CHC → TOO delayed or cancelled?

You may be entitled to up to €600 compensation under EU 261 / UK 261. Check eligibility in 2 minutes.

Calculate Flight Time Between Airports

Use our flight time calculator to find distances and estimated flight travel times between cities. Calculate flight duration for any airport pair worldwide.