The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) in Drayton Valley, Canada is 12,090 kilometers (7,512 miles / 6,528 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, flying northeast at a heading of 36°.

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 Canada. 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 13:49 in Auckland, it's 17:49 in Drayton Valley. With a 20-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 2,753 feet between the two airports. Drayton Valley Industrial Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Drayton Valley (YDC) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 233° (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 Drayton Valley Industrial Airport (YDC) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.