The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) in Apiay, Colombia is 12,195 kilometers (7,578 miles / 6,585 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east at a heading of 100°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:36 in Auckland, it's 13:36 in Apiay. 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.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,184 feet between the two airports. Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Apiay (API) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 232° (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 Auckland International Airport (AKL) and Gomez Nino Apiay Air Base (API) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.