Airport Comparison
| AKL | MQT | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Marquette/Sawyer Regional Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | MQT |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | KSAW |
| City | Auckland | Marquette |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/New_York |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 1,205 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 46.300000, -87.400000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Marquette (MQT) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Marquette/Sawyer Regional Airport (MQT) in Marquette, United States is 13,418 kilometers (8,338 miles / 7,245 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, 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 11:23 in Auckland, it's 17:23 in Marquette. With a 18-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 1,182 feet between the two airports. Marquette/Sawyer Regional Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Marquette (MQT) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 247° (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 Marquette/Sawyer Regional Airport (MQT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.