The flight distance from Bacacheri Airport (BFH) in Curitiba, Brazil to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 11,248 kilometers (6,989 miles / 6,074 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying south southwest at a heading of 210°.

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 Brazil with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 11:59 in Curitiba, it's 03:59 in Christchurch. With a 16-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 2,934 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Bacacheri Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Curitiba (BFH) follows a heading of 142° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Bacacheri Airport (BFH) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.