The flight distance from Milford Sound Airport (MFN) in Milford Sound Airport, New Zealand to Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) in Nice, France is 18,475 kilometers (11,480 miles / 9,976 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying west at a heading of 273°.

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 18:54 in Milford Sound Airport, it's 06:54 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 Milford Sound Airport (MFN) follows a heading of 101° (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 Milford Sound Airport (MFN) and Nice-Cote d'Azur Airport (NCE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.