Airport Comparison
| AKL | HBT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | King Khaled Military City Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | HBT |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | OEKK |
| City | Auckland | King Khaled Military City |
| Country | New Zealand | Saudi Arabia |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | Asia/Riyadh |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,352 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 27.900000, 45.530000 |
Auckland (AKL) to King Khaled Military City (HBT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to King Khaled Military City Airport (HBT) in King Khaled Military City, Saudi Arabia is 15,205 kilometers (9,448 miles / 8,210 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west at a heading of 273°.
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 Saudi Arabia. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 04:55 in Auckland, it's 18:55 in King Khaled Military City. With a 10-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 1,329 feet between the two airports. King Khaled Military City Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from King Khaled Military City (HBT) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 116° (east 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 King Khaled Military City Airport (HBT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.