The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Shindand Airport (OAH) in Shindand Airport, Afghanistan is 14,002 kilometers (8,701 miles / 7,561 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 288°.

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 Afghanistan. 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 15:09 in Auckland, it's 06:39 in Shindand Airport. With a 8.5-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 3,750 feet between the two airports. Shindand Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Shindand Airport (OAH) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 114° (east 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 Shindand Airport (OAH) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.