Airport Comparison
| CHC | PSZ | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | PSZ |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SLPS |
| City | Christchurch | Puerto Suarez |
| Country | New Zealand | Bolivia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/La_Paz |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 505 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -18.980000, -57.820000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Puerto Suarez (PSZ) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport (PSZ) in Puerto Suarez, Bolivia is 11,381 kilometers (7,072 miles / 6,145 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 132°.
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 Bolivia. 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 09:45 in Christchurch, it's 16:45 in Puerto Suarez. 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 Puerto Suarez (PSZ) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 215° (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 Capitan Av. Salvador Ogaya G. airport (PSZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.