The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) in Zaranj, Afghanistan is 13,921 kilometers (8,650 miles / 7,517 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west northwest at a heading of 285°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 03:26 in Auckland, it's 18:56 in Zaranj. With a 8.5-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 1,549 feet between the two airports. Zaranj Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Zaranj (ZAJ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 116° (east southeast). 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 Zaranj Airport (ZAJ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.