AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
11,525 km
7,162 miles
MAF
Midland
United States
Distance
11,525 km
7,162 mi / 6,223 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
60°
east northeast

Airport Comparison

AKL MAF
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Midland International Air And Space Port Airport
IATA Code AKL MAF
ICAO Code NZAA KMAF
City Auckland Midland
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 23 ft 2,872 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 31.940000, -102.200000

Auckland (AKL) to Midland (MAF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) in Midland, United States is 11,525 kilometers (7,162 miles / 6,223 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying east northeast at a heading of 60°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 05:09 in Auckland, it's 10:09 in Midland. With a 19-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 2,849 feet between the two airports. Midland International Air And Space Port Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Midland (MAF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 235° (southwest). 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 Midland International Air And Space Port Airport (MAF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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