The flight distance from Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) in Lisbon, Portugal to New Plymouth Airport (NPL) in New Plymouth, New Zealand is 19,727 kilometers (12,258 miles / 10,652 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:28 in Lisbon, it's 02:28 in New Plymouth. With a 13-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 New Plymouth (NPL) to Lisbon (LIS) follows a heading of 94° (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 Lisbon Portela Airport (LIS) and New Plymouth Airport (NPL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.