The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Alta Airport (ALF) in Alta, Norway is 15,976 kilometers (9,927 miles / 8,626 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 20h, flying north northwest at a heading of 344°.

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 Norway. 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 21:18 in Auckland, it's 09:18 in Alta. With a 12-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 Alta (ALF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 40° (northeast). 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 Alta Airport (ALF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.