ABQ
Albuquerque
United States
11,397 km
7,082 miles
AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
Distance
11,397 km
7,082 mi / 6,154 nm
Est. Flight Time
14h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
+20h
America/Denver
Heading
233°
southwest

Airport Comparison

ABQ AKL
Airport Name Albuquerque International Sunport Airport Auckland International Airport
IATA Code ABQ AKL
ICAO Code KABQ NZAA
City Albuquerque Auckland
Country United States New Zealand
Timezone America/Denver Pacific/Auckland
Elevation 5,355 ft 23 ft
Coordinates 35.040000, -106.610000 -37.010000, 174.790000

Albuquerque (ABQ) to Auckland (AKL) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) in Albuquerque, United States to Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand is 11,397 kilometers (7,082 miles / 6,154 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southwest at a heading of 233°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 19:46 in Albuquerque, it's 15:46 in Auckland. With a 20-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 5,332 feet between the two airports. Auckland International Airport sits lower than Albuquerque International Sunport Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Auckland (AKL) to Albuquerque (ABQ) follows a heading of 55° (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 Albuquerque International Sunport Airport (ABQ) and Auckland International Airport (AKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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