The flight distance from Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) in Brasilia, Brazil to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) in Kaikoura Airport, New Zealand is 12,267 kilometers (7,622 miles / 6,623 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying south southwest at a heading of 211°.

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 Brazil with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:57 in Brasilia, it's 01:57 in Kaikoura Airport. With a 16-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 3,477 feet between the two airports. Kaikoura Airport sits lower than Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport.

The return flight from Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) to Brasilia (BSB) follows a heading of 137° (southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Presidente Juscelino Kubistschek International Airport (BSB) and Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.