The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Kithira Airport (KIT) in Kithira Island, Greece is 17,504 kilometers (10,877 miles / 9,452 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 01:17 in Auckland, it's 14:17 in Kithira 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,022 feet between the two airports. Kithira Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Kithira Island (KIT) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 100° (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 Kithira Airport (KIT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.