The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) in Kaikoura Airport, New Zealand is 610 kilometers (379 miles / 329 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south at a heading of 189°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 21:52 in Auckland, it's 21:52 in Kaikoura Airport.

The return flight from Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 10° (north). 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 Kaikoura Airport (KBZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.