The flight distance from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) in Phoenix, United States to Timaru Airport (TIU) in Timaru Airport, New Zealand is 11,604 kilometers (7,210 miles / 6,266 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying southwest at a heading of 226°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 09:16 in Phoenix, it's 05:16 in Timaru Airport. 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 1,046 feet between the two airports. Timaru Airport sits lower than Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport.

The return flight from Timaru Airport (TIU) to Phoenix (PHX) follows a heading of 57° (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 Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Timaru Airport (TIU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.