The flight distance from Ardabil Airport (ADU) in Ardabil, Iran to Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand is 15,361 kilometers (9,545 miles / 8,294 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying east southeast at a heading of 106°.

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 Iran 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 23:44 in Ardabil, it's 09:14 in Auckland. With a 9.5-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 4,292 feet between the two airports. Auckland International Airport sits lower than Ardabil Airport.

The return flight from Auckland (AKL) to Ardabil (ADU) follows a heading of 289° (west northwest). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Ardabil Airport (ADU) and Auckland International Airport (AKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.