CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
8,220 km
5,107 miles
PMQ
Perito Moreno
Argentina
Distance
8,220 km
5,107 mi / 4,438 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
140°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CHC PMQ
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Perito Moreno Airport
IATA Code CHC PMQ
ICAO Code NZCH SAWP
City Christchurch Perito Moreno
Country New Zealand Argentina
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Elevation 123 ft 1,410 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -46.540000, -70.980000

Christchurch (CHC) to Perito Moreno (PMQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Perito Moreno Airport (PMQ) in Perito Moreno, Argentina is 8,220 kilometers (5,107 miles / 4,438 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying southeast at a heading of 140°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Argentina. 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 03:21 in Christchurch, it's 11:21 in Perito Moreno. 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 1,287 feet between the two airports. Perito Moreno Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Perito Moreno (PMQ) 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 Perito Moreno Airport (PMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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