The flight distance from Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) in Hyderabad, India to Nelson Airport (NSN) in Nelson, New Zealand is 11,653 kilometers (7,241 miles / 6,292 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 India 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 17:47 in Hyderabad, it's 01:17 in Nelson. With a 7.5-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 2,007 feet between the two airports. Nelson Airport sits lower than Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad.

The return flight from Nelson (NSN) to Hyderabad (HYD) follows a heading of 280° (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 Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Shamshabad (HYD) and Nelson Airport (NSN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.