Airport Comparison
| AKL | FHU | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field |
| IATA Code | AKL | FHU |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | KFHU |
| City | Auckland | Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Phoenix |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 4,719 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 31.590000, -110.340000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista (FHU) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field (FHU) in Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista, United States is 10,888 kilometers (6,766 miles / 5,879 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying northeast at a heading of 56°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 08:21 in Auckland, it's 12:21 in Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista. With a 20-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 4,696 feet between the two airports. Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Huachuca Sierra Vista (FHU) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 231° (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 Sierra Vista Municipal-Libby Army Air Field (FHU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.