AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
5,203 km
3,233 miles
CXI
Banana
Kiribati
Distance
5,203 km
3,233 mi / 2,809 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
+1h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
40°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AKL CXI
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Cassidy International Airport
IATA Code AKL CXI
ICAO Code NZAA PLCH
City Auckland Banana
Country New Zealand Kiribati
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Kiritimati
Elevation 23 ft 5 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 1.990000, -157.350000

Auckland (AKL) to Banana (CXI) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Cassidy International Airport (CXI) in Banana, Kiribati is 5,203 kilometers (3,233 miles / 2,809 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying northeast at a heading of 40°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Kiribati. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 23:31 in Auckland, it's 00:31 in Banana.

The return flight from Banana (CXI) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 211° (south 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 Cassidy International Airport (CXI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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