The flight distance from Makin Island Airport (MTK) in Makin Island, Kiribati to Munich International Airport (MUC) in Munich, Germany is 13,982 kilometers (8,688 miles / 7,550 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying north northwest at a heading of 345°.

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 Kiribati with Germany. 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 01:50 in Makin Island, it's 15:50 in Munich. 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 1,487 feet between the two airports. Munich International Airport sits higher than Makin Island Airport.

The return flight from Munich (MUC) to Makin Island (MTK) follows a heading of 23° (north northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Makin Island Airport (MTK) and Munich International Airport (MUC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.