The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) in Kirkuk, Iraq is 15,618 kilometers (9,705 miles / 8,433 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 19h, flying west northwest at a heading of 283°.

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 Iraq. 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 19:00 in Auckland, it's 09:00 in Kirkuk. With a 10-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 1,038 feet between the two airports. Kirkuk Air Base sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Kirkuk (KIK) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 107° (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 Kirkuk Air Base (KIK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.