The flight distance from Dubai International Airport (DXB) in Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) in Queenstown, New Zealand is 13,759 kilometers (8,550 miles / 7,429 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southeast at a heading of 129°.

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 Arab Emirates 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 15:27 in Dubai, it's 00:27 in Queenstown. With a 9-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 1,137 feet between the two airports. Queenstown International Airport sits higher than Dubai International Airport.

The return flight from Queenstown (ZQN) to Dubai (DXB) follows a heading of 273° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Queenstown International Airport (ZQN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.