The flight distance from Picton Aerodrome (PCN) in Picton, New Zealand to Tampa International Airport (TPA) in Tampa, United States is 13,088 kilometers (8,132 miles / 7,067 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 76°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 21:33 in Picton, it's 03:33 in Tampa. With a 18-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 Tampa (TPA) to Picton (PCN) follows a heading of 236° (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 Picton Aerodrome (PCN) and Tampa International Airport (TPA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.