The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Whakatane Airport (WHK) in Whakatane Airport, New Zealand is 14,395 kilometers (8,945 miles / 7,773 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying east southeast at a heading of 119°.

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 United Arab Emirates with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:45 in Dubai, it's 08:45 in Whakatane Airport. With a 9-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 Whakatane Airport (WHK) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Whakatane Airport (WHK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.