Airport Comparison
| AKL | PBM | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | PBM |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | SMJP |
| City | Auckland | Zandery |
| Country | New Zealand | Suriname |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Paramaribo |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 59 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 5.450000, -55.190000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Zandery (PBM) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) in Zandery, Suriname is 13,859 kilometers (8,611 miles / 7,483 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying east southeast at a heading of 112°.
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 Suriname. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:27 in Auckland, it's 22:27 in Zandery. With a 16-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.
The return flight from Zandery (PBM) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 228° (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 Johan Adolf Pengel International Airport (PBM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.