AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
12,105 km
7,521 miles
IML
Imperial
United States
Distance
12,105 km
7,521 mi / 6,536 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-20h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AKL IML
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Imperial Municipal Airport
IATA Code AKL IML
ICAO Code NZAA KIML
City Auckland Imperial
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Denver
Elevation 23 ft 3,276 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 40.510000, -101.620000

Auckland (AKL) to Imperial (IML) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) in Imperial, United States is 12,105 kilometers (7,521 miles / 6,536 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 22:26 in Auckland, it's 02:26 in Imperial. With a 20-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 3,253 feet between the two airports. Imperial Municipal Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Imperial (IML) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 237° (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 Imperial Municipal Airport (IML) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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