The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) in Sioux Lookout, Canada is 13,280 kilometers (8,252 miles / 7,171 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying northeast at a heading of 47°.

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 05:12 in Auckland, it's 10:12 in Sioux Lookout. 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 1,235 feet between the two airports. Sioux Lookout Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Sioux Lookout (YXL) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 246° (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 Sioux Lookout Airport (YXL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.