The flight distance from Hokitika Airfield (HKK) in Hokitika Airfield, New Zealand to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 18,697 kilometers (11,618 miles / 10,096 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:07 in Hokitika Airfield, it's 09:07 in Nice. 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 Nice (NCE) to Hokitika Airfield (HKK) follows a heading of 91° (east). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Hokitika Airfield (HKK) and Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.