The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Mount Cook Airport (MON) in Mount Cook Airport, New Zealand is 849 kilometers (527 miles / 458 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 2h, flying south southwest at a heading of 206°.

This is a short-haul route typically served by narrow-body aircraft such as the Boeing 737 or Airbus A320 family. In-flight service is usually limited to drinks and light snacks.

This is a domestic route within New Zealand. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation.

Time zone information: When it's 04:00 in Auckland, it's 04:00 in Mount Cook Airport.

There is a significant elevation difference of 2,130 feet between the two airports. Mount Cook Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Mount Cook Airport (MON) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 29° (north northeast). 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 Mount Cook Airport (MON) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.