The flight distance from Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) in Taipei, Taiwan to Pukaki Airport (TWZ) in Twitzel, New Zealand is 9,170 kilometers (5,698 miles / 4,952 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying south southeast at a heading of 147°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 23:33 in Taipei, it's 04:33 in Twitzel. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,469 feet between the two airports. Pukaki Airport sits higher than Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport.

The return flight from Twitzel (TWZ) to Taipei (TPE) follows a heading of 317° (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 Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) and Pukaki Airport (TWZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.