The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Wilmington Air Park (ILN) in Wilmington, United States is 13,376 kilometers (8,312 miles / 7,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east northeast at a heading of 61°.

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 14:26 in Auckland, it's 20:26 in Wilmington. With a 18-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 1,054 feet between the two airports. Wilmington Air Park sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Wilmington (ILN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 245° (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 Wilmington Air Park (ILN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.