The flight distance from Southdowns Airport (KIW) in Kitwe, Zambia to Nadi International Airport (NAN) in Nadi, Fiji is 15,221 kilometers (9,458 miles / 8,219 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying southeast at a heading of 135°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 05:04 in Kitwe, it's 15:04 in Nadi. With a 10-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 4,086 feet between the two airports. Nadi International Airport sits lower than Southdowns Airport.

The return flight from Nadi (NAN) to Kitwe (KIW) follows a heading of 227° (southwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Southdowns Airport (KIW) and Nadi International Airport (NAN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.