The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) in Villamontes, Bolivia is 11,121 kilometers (6,910 miles / 6,005 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying southeast at a heading of 126°.

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 Bolivia. 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 10:25 in Auckland, it's 17:25 in Villamontes. With a 17-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 1,282 feet between the two airports. Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Villamontes (VLM) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 224° (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 Teniente Coronel Rafael Pabon Airport (VLM) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.