AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
5,432 km
3,375 miles
DRB
Derby Airport
Australia
Distance
5,432 km
3,375 mi / 2,933 nm
Est. Flight Time
7h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-5h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
279°
west

Airport Comparison

AKL DRB
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Derby Airport
IATA Code AKL DRB
ICAO Code NZAA YDBY
City Auckland N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Perth
Elevation 23 ft 24 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -17.370000, 123.660000

Auckland (AKL) to Derby Airport (DRB) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Derby Airport (DRB) in Derby Airport, Australia is 5,432 kilometers (3,375 miles / 2,933 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 7h, flying west at a heading of 279°.

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 Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 09:33 in Auckland, it's 04:33 in Derby Airport. The 5-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Derby Airport (DRB) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 124° (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 Derby Airport (DRB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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