The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Mbala Airport (MMQ) in Mbala, Zambia is 13,650 kilometers (8,482 miles / 7,371 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying southwest at a heading of 224°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 07:52 in Auckland, it's 20:52 in Mbala. With a 11-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 5,431 feet between the two airports. Mbala Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Mbala (MMQ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 146° (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 Mbala Airport (MMQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.