The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Santorini Airport (JTR) in Santorini Island, Greece is 17,290 kilometers (10,744 miles / 9,336 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying west at a heading of 278°.

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 Greece. 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 10:00 in Auckland, it's 23:00 in Santorini Island. With a 11-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 Santorini Island (JTR) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 101° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Santorini Airport (JTR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.