Airport Comparison
| CHC | PBQ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Pimenta Bueno Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PBQ |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SWPM |
| City | Christchurch | Pimenta Bueno |
| Country | New Zealand | Brazil |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Porto_Velho |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 682 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -11.640000, -61.180000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Pimenta Bueno (PBQ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Pimenta Bueno Airport (PBQ) in Pimenta Bueno, Brazil is 11,827 kilometers (7,349 miles / 6,386 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southeast at a heading of 125°.
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 06:23 in Christchurch, it's 13:23 in Pimenta Bueno. With a 17-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Pimenta Bueno (PBQ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 218° (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 Pimenta Bueno Airport (PBQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.