The flight distance from Kufra Airport (AKF) in Kufra, Libya to Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand is 16,952 kilometers (10,533 miles / 9,153 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 124°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 02:58 in Kufra, it's 13:58 in Auckland. 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 1,344 feet between the two airports. Auckland International Airport sits lower than Kufra Airport.

The return flight from Auckland (AKL) to Kufra (AKF) follows a heading of 250° (west 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 Kufra Airport (AKF) and Auckland International Airport (AKL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.