The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) in Frankfurt am Main, Germany is 18,198 kilometers (11,308 miles / 9,826 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying north northwest at a heading of 327°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 18:49 in Auckland, it's 06:49 in Frankfurt am Main. With a 12-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 Frankfurt am Main (FRA) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 42° (northeast). 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 Frankfurt am Main International Airport (FRA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.