The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Kandahar Airport (KDH) in Kandahar Airport, Afghanistan is 13,608 kilometers (8,456 miles / 7,348 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 287°.

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 03:08 in Auckland, it's 18:38 in Kandahar 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 3,314 feet between the two airports. Kandahar Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Kandahar Airport (KDH) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 117° (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 Kandahar Airport (KDH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.