The flight distance from Great Barrier Aerodrome (GBZ) in Claris, New Zealand to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States is 10,796 kilometers (6,709 miles / 5,830 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 11:18 in Claris, it's 15:18 in Phoenix. With a 20-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 1,115 feet between the two airports. Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport sits higher than Great Barrier Aerodrome.

The return flight from Phoenix (PHX) to Claris (GBZ) follows a heading of 231° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Great Barrier Aerodrome (GBZ) and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.