The flight distance from Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) in Kaikoura Airport, New Zealand to Václav Havel Airport (PRG) in Prague, Czech Republic is 18,220 kilometers (11,322 miles / 9,838 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northwest at a heading of 306°.

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 Czech Republic. 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 20:02 in Kaikoura Airport, it's 08:02 in Prague. 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 1,227 feet between the two airports. Václav Havel Airport sits higher than Kaikoura Airport.

The return flight from Prague (PRG) to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) follows a heading of 70° (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 Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) and Václav Havel Airport (PRG) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.