AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
12,334 km
7,664 miles
ZIX
Zhigansk
Russia
Distance
12,334 km
7,664 mi / 6,660 nm
Est. Flight Time
16h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-4h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
341°
north northwest

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AKL ZIX
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Zhigansk Airport
IATA Code AKL ZIX
ICAO Code NZAA UEVV
City Auckland Zhigansk
Country New Zealand Russia
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Asia/Yakutsk
Elevation 23 ft 292 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 66.800000, 123.360000

Auckland (AKL) to Zhigansk (ZIX) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) in Zhigansk, Russia is 12,334 kilometers (7,664 miles / 6,660 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 16h, flying north northwest at a heading of 341°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 14:07 in Auckland, it's 10:07 in Zhigansk. The 4-hour time difference may cause some jet lag. Most travelers adjust within a day or two.

The return flight from Zhigansk (ZIX) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 138° (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 Zhigansk Airport (ZIX) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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