AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
1,948 km
1,210 miles
LIF
Lifou
New Caledonia
Distance
1,948 km
1,210 mi / 1,052 nm
Est. Flight Time
3h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-2h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
336°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AKL LIF
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Lifou Airport
IATA Code AKL LIF
ICAO Code NZAA NWWL
City Auckland Lifou
Country New Zealand New Caledonia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Pacific/Noumea
Elevation 23 ft 92 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -20.770000, 167.240000

Auckland (AKL) to Lifou (LIF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Lifou Airport (LIF) in Lifou, New Caledonia is 1,948 kilometers (1,210 miles / 1,052 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying north northwest at a heading of 336°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with New Caledonia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:51 in Auckland, it's 03:51 in Lifou.

The return flight from Lifou (LIF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 160° (south 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 Lifou Airport (LIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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