Airport Comparison
| CHC | SJA | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Christchurch International Airport | San Juan de Marcona Airport |
| IATA Code | CHC | SJA |
| ICAO Code | NZCH | SPJN |
| City | Christchurch | San Juan de Marcona |
| Country | New Zealand | Peru |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Lima |
| Elevation | 123 ft | 144 ft |
| Coordinates | -43.490000, 172.530000 | -15.350000, -75.140000 |
Christchurch (CHC) to San Juan de Marcona (SJA) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to San Juan de Marcona Airport (SJA) in San Juan de Marcona, Peru is 10,541 kilometers (6,550 miles / 5,692 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying east southeast at a heading of 116°.
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 Peru. 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 04:47 in Christchurch, it's 10:47 in San Juan de Marcona. With a 18-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 San Juan de Marcona (SJA) 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 San Juan de Marcona Airport (SJA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.