The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) in Sao Pedro, Cape Verde is 17,044 kilometers (10,591 miles / 9,203 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 134°.

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 Cape Verde. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Africa. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 16:49 in Auckland, it's 02:49 in Sao Pedro. With a 14-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

The return flight from Sao Pedro (VXE) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 217° (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 Sao Pedro Airport (VXE) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.