The flight distance from Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) in Kaikoura Airport, New Zealand to Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) in Tunis, Tunisia is 18,466 kilometers (11,474 miles / 9,971 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west southwest at a heading of 252°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 17:10 in Kaikoura Airport, it's 05:10 in Tunis. 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 Tunis (TUN) to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) follows a heading of 119° (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 Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) and Tunis Carthage International Airport (TUN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.