AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
13,158 km
8,176 miles
MDF
Medford
United States
Distance
13,158 km
8,176 mi / 7,105 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-19h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
53°
northeast

Airport Comparison

AKL MDF
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Taylor County Airport
IATA Code AKL MDF
ICAO Code NZAA KMDZ
City Auckland Medford
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 23 ft 1,478 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 45.100000, -90.300000

Auckland (AKL) to Medford (MDF) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Taylor County Airport (MDF) in Medford, United States is 13,158 kilometers (8,176 miles / 7,105 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying northeast at a heading of 53°.

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 03:04 in Auckland, it's 08:04 in Medford. 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 1,455 feet between the two airports. Taylor County Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Medford (MDF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 245° (west 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 Taylor County Airport (MDF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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