The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport (QDF) in Conselheiro Lafaiete, Brazil is 11,968 kilometers (7,437 miles / 6,462 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 21:45 in Christchurch, it's 05:45 in Conselheiro Lafaiete. 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 3,355 feet between the two airports. Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport sits higher than Christchurch International Airport.

The return flight from Conselheiro Lafaiete (QDF) 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 Conselheiro Lafaiete Airport (QDF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.