The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) in Grand Island, United States is 12,368 kilometers (7,685 miles / 6,678 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 54°.

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 06:33 in Auckland, it's 11:33 in Grand Island. With a 19-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 1,824 feet between the two airports. Central Nebraska Regional Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Grand Island (GRI) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 239° (west 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 Central Nebraska Regional Airport (GRI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.