The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Leon Airport (LEN) in Leon, Spain is 19,393 kilometers (12,051 miles / 10,472 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 24h, flying north at a heading of 3°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 03:11 in Auckland, it's 15:11 in Leon. With a 12-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 2,983 feet between the two airports. Leon Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Leon (LEN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 356° (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 Leon Airport (LEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.