The flight distance from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Budapest, Hungary to Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand is 17,727 kilometers (11,015 miles / 9,572 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying east at a heading of 91°.

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 Hungary 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 18:53 in Budapest, it's 06:53 in Mount Cook Airport. With a 12-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 1,658 feet between the two airports. Mount Cook Airport sits higher than Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Cook Airport (MON) to Budapest (BUD) follows a heading of 291° (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 Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) and Mount Cook Airport (MON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.