The flight distance from Hamburg Airport (HAM) in Hamburg, Germany to Nelson Airport (NSN) in Nelson, New Zealand is 18,162 kilometers (11,285 miles / 9,807 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying northeast at a heading of 49°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 13:17 in Hamburg, it's 01:17 in Nelson. With a 12-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 Nelson (NSN) to Hamburg (HAM) follows a heading of 323° (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 Hamburg Airport (HAM) and Nelson Airport (NSN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.