The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Porto Santo Airport (PXO) in Vila Baleira, Portugal is 18,623 kilometers (11,572 miles / 10,056 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southeast at a heading of 143°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 01:08 in Christchurch, it's 12:08 in Vila Baleira. With a 13-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 Vila Baleira (PXO) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 211° (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 Porto Santo Airport (PXO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.