The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sharana Airstrip (OAS) in Sharana, Afghanistan is 13,438 kilometers (8,350 miles / 7,256 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 290°.

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 08:07 in Auckland, it's 23:37 in Sharana. 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 7,317 feet between the two airports. Sharana Airstrip sits higher than Auckland International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sharana (OAS) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 117° (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 Sharana Airstrip (OAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.