The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) in Sao Joao Del Rei, Brazil is 11,914 kilometers (7,403 miles / 6,433 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 05:19 in Christchurch, it's 13:19 in Sao Joao Del Rei. 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 2,994 feet between the two airports. Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Sao Joao Del Rei (JDR) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 207° (south 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 Prefeito Octavio de Almeida Neves Airport (JDR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.