CHC
Christchurch
New Zealand
8,052 km
5,003 miles
RZA
Santa Cruz
Argentina
Distance
8,052 km
5,003 mi / 4,348 nm
Est. Flight Time
10h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-16h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
144°
southeast

Airport Comparison

CHC RZA
Airport Name Christchurch International Airport Santa Cruz Airport
IATA Code CHC RZA
ICAO Code NZCH SAWU
City Christchurch Santa Cruz
Country New Zealand Argentina
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Argentina/Rio_Gallegos
Elevation 123 ft 364 ft
Coordinates -43.490000, 172.530000 -50.020000, -68.580000

Christchurch (CHC) to Santa Cruz (RZA) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) in Santa Cruz, Argentina is 8,052 kilometers (5,003 miles / 4,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 10h, flying southeast at a heading of 144°.

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 02:26 in Christchurch, it's 10:26 in Santa Cruz. 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.

The return flight from Santa Cruz (RZA) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 222° (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 Santa Cruz Airport (RZA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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