The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Bird Island Airport (BDI) in Bird Island, Seychelles is 12,315 kilometers (7,652 miles / 6,650 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying west southwest at a heading of 248°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 08:54 in Auckland, it's 23:54 in Bird Island. With a 9-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Bird Island (BDI) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 132° (southeast). 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 Bird Island Airport (BDI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.