The flight distance from Nadi International Airport (NAN) in Nadi, Fiji to Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) in Velas, Portugal is 16,616 kilometers (10,325 miles / 8,972 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying northeast at a heading of 42°.

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 Fiji with Portugal. 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 02:00 in Nadi, it's 13:00 in Velas. 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 Velas (SJZ) to Nadi (NAN) follows a heading of 306° (northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Nadi International Airport (NAN) and Sao Jorge Airport (SJZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.