The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Francisco Carle Airport (JAU) in Jauja, Peru is 10,810 kilometers (6,717 miles / 5,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east southeast at a heading of 114°.

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 Peru. 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 23:23 in Christchurch, it's 05:23 in Jauja. 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 10,911 feet between the two airports. Francisco Carle Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Jauja (JAU) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 223° (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 Francisco Carle Airport (JAU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.