The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) in Santiago, Panama is 11,956 kilometers (7,429 miles / 6,456 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 96°.

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 Panama. 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 07:50 in Christchurch, it's 13:50 in Santiago. 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 Santiago (SYP) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 227° (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 Ruben Cantu Airport (SYP) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.