The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sivas Airport (VAS) in Sivas, Turkey is 16,367 kilometers (10,170 miles / 8,837 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, 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 Turkey. 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 03:13 in Auckland, it's 17:13 in Sivas. 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 5,213 feet between the two airports. Sivas Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Sivas (VAS) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 99° (east). 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 Sivas Airport (VAS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.