The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Iran Shahr Airport (IHR) in Iran Shahr Airport, Iran is 13,834 kilometers (8,596 miles / 7,470 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west at a heading of 280°.

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 Iran. 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 01:34 in Auckland, it's 16:04 in Iran Shahr Airport. With a 9.5-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 2,017 feet between the two airports. Iran Shahr Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Iran Shahr Airport (IHR) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 118° (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 Iran Shahr Airport (IHR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.