Airport Comparison
| CHC | RTB | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | RTB |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | MHRO |
| City | Christchurch | Roatan Island |
| Country | New Zealand | Honduras |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Tegucigalpa |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 18 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | 16.320000, -86.520000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to Roatan Island (RTB) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) in Roatan Island, Honduras is 12,121 kilometers (7,532 miles / 6,545 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 85°.
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 Honduras. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 11:35 in Christchurch, it's 16:35 in Roatan Island. With a 19-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 Roatan Island (RTB) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 229° (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 Juan Manuel Galvez International Airport (RTB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.