The flight distance from Christchurch International Airport (CHC) in Christchurch, New Zealand to Lajes Field (TER) in Lajes, Portugal is 18,294 kilometers (11,368 miles / 9,878 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying east at a heading of 101°.

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 Portugal. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 00:15 in Christchurch, it's 10:15 in Lajes. With a 14-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 Lajes (TER) to Christchurch (CHC) follows a heading of 246° (west 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 Lajes Field (TER) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.