The flight distance from Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) in Atlanta, United States to Invercargill Airport (IVC) in Invercargill, New Zealand is 13,884 kilometers (8,627 miles / 7,497 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.

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 05:55 in Atlanta, it's 23:55 in Invercargill. With a 18-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 1,021 feet between the two airports. Invercargill Airport sits lower than Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport.

The return flight from Invercargill (IVC) to Atlanta (ATL) follows a heading of 76° (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 Hartsfield - Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) and Invercargill Airport (IVC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.