The flight distance from Hokitika Airfield (HKK) in Hokitika Airfield, New Zealand to Zurich Airport (ZRH) in Zurich, Switzerland is 18,543 kilometers (11,522 miles / 10,012 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west northwest at a heading of 297°.

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 Switzerland. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:31 in Hokitika Airfield, it's 22:31 in Zurich. 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 1,270 feet between the two airports. Zurich Airport sits higher than Hokitika Airfield.

The return flight from Zurich (ZRH) to Hokitika Airfield (HKK) follows a heading of 75° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hokitika Airfield (HKK) and Zurich Airport (ZRH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.