The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Herat Airport (HEA) in Herat Airport, Afghanistan is 14,042 kilometers (8,725 miles / 7,582 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying west northwest at a heading of 289°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 04:29 in Auckland, it's 19:59 in Herat Airport. With a 8.5-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 3,183 feet between the two airports. Herat Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Herat Airport (HEA) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 114° (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 Herat Airport (HEA) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.