The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Roy Otten Memorial Airfield (VRS) in Versailles, United States is 12,626 kilometers (7,846 miles / 6,818 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying east northeast at a heading of 59°.

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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 08:25 in Auckland, it's 13:25 in Versailles. With a 19-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 1,004 feet between the two airports. Roy Otten Memorial Airfield sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Versailles (VRS) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 241° (west 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 Roy Otten Memorial Airfield (VRS) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.