AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
2,243 km
1,394 miles
SHQ
Southport Airport
Australia
Distance
2,243 km
1,394 mi / 1,211 nm
Est. Flight Time
4h
Medium-haul route
Time Difference
-3h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
291°
west northwest

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AKL SHQ
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Southport Airport
IATA Code AKL SHQ
ICAO Code NZAA YSPT
City Auckland N/A
Country New Zealand Australia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Australia/Brisbane
Elevation 23 ft 2 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 -27.910000, 153.370000

Auckland (AKL) to Southport Airport (SHQ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Southport Airport (SHQ) in Southport Airport, Australia is 2,243 kilometers (1,394 miles / 1,211 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 4h, flying west northwest at a heading of 291°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is an international route connecting New Zealand with Australia. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 10:25 in Auckland, it's 07:25 in Southport Airport. The 3-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Southport Airport (SHQ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 122° (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 Southport Airport (SHQ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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