The flight distance from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco, United States to Whitianga Airport (WTZ) in Whitianga Airport, New Zealand is 10,439 kilometers (6,487 miles / 5,637 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 13h, flying southwest at a heading of 225°.

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 01:19 in San Francisco, it's 22:19 in Whitianga Airport. With a 21-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 Whitianga Airport (WTZ) to San Francisco (SFO) follows a heading of 44° (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 San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Whitianga Airport (WTZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.