The flight distance from Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) in Athens, Greece to Whitianga Airport (WTZ) in Whitianga Airport, New Zealand is 17,525 kilometers (10,889 miles / 9,463 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, 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 Greece with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Europe and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 15:42 in Athens, it's 02:42 in Whitianga Airport. 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 Whitianga Airport (WTZ) to Athens (ATH) follows a heading of 281° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport (ATH) and Whitianga Airport (WTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.