The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Tabuk Airport (TUU) in Tabuk Airport, Saudi Arabia is 16,018 kilometers (9,953 miles / 8,649 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying west at a heading of 269°.

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 Saudi Arabia. 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 22:03 in Auckland, it's 12:03 in Tabuk Airport. With a 10-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 2,528 feet between the two airports. Tabuk Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Tabuk Airport (TUU) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 115° (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 Tabuk Airport (TUU) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.