The flight distance from Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) in Tel Aviv, Israel to Taupo Airport (TUO) in Taupo, New Zealand is 16,445 kilometers (10,219 miles / 8,880 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying east southeast at a heading of 113°.

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 Israel with New Zealand. It is an intercontinental flight between Asia and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:12 in Tel Aviv, it's 14:12 in Taupo. With a 11-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 1,200 feet between the two airports. Taupo Airport sits higher than Ben Gurion International Airport.

The return flight from Taupo (TUO) to Tel Aviv (TLV) follows a heading of 270° (west). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ben Gurion International Airport (TLV) and Taupo Airport (TUO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.