The flight distance from Kaitaia Airport (KAT) in Kaitaia, New Zealand to Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel is 16,171 kilometers (10,048 miles / 8,732 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 277°.

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 Israel. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 17:03 in Kaitaia, it's 08:03 in Tel Aviv. 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.

The return flight from Tel Aviv (TLV) to Kaitaia (KAT) follows a heading of 107° (east southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Kaitaia Airport (KAT) and Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.