The flight distance from Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) in Fort Lauderdale, United States to Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand is 13,513 kilometers (8,397 miles / 7,296 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 12:38 in Fort Lauderdale, it's 06:38 in Mount Cook Airport. With a 18-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 2,088 feet between the two airports. Mount Cook Airport sits higher than Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Cook Airport (MON) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL) follows a heading of 83° (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 Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Mount Cook Airport (MON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.