The flight distance from Caruaru Airport (CAU) in Caruaru, Brazil to Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand is 13,578 kilometers (8,437 miles / 7,332 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

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 14:20 in Caruaru, it's 06:20 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 1,768 feet between the two airports. Christchurch International Airport sits lower than Caruaru Airport.

The return flight from Christchurch (CHC) to Caruaru (CAU) follows a heading of 146° (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 Caruaru Airport (CAU) and Christchurch International Airport (CHC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.