AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
8,836 km
5,490 miles
NRT
Tokyo
Japan
Distance
8,836 km
5,490 mi / 4,771 nm
Est. Flight Time
11h
Long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
332°
north northwest

Airport Comparison

AKL NRT
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Narita International Airport
IATA Code AKL NRT
ICAO Code NZAA RJAA
City Auckland Tokyo
Country New Zealand Japan
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Tokyo
Elevation 23 ft 141 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 35.760000, 140.390000

Auckland (AKL) to Tokyo (NRT) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Narita International Airport (NRT) in Tokyo, Japan is 8,836 kilometers (5,490 miles / 4,771 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 11h, flying north northwest at a heading of 332°.

This is a long-haul route typically operated by wide-body aircraft such as the Boeing 777 or Airbus A350. Full meal service, in-flight entertainment, and comfort amenities are standard.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Japan. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Asia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:57 in Auckland, it's 14:57 in Tokyo. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Tokyo (NRT) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 153° (south 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 Narita International Airport (NRT) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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