The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Benina International Airport (BEN) in Benghazi, Libya is 17,626 kilometers (10,953 miles / 9,518 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 22h, flying west at a heading of 264°.

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

Time zone information: When it's 21:37 in Auckland, it's 10:37 in Benghazi. With a 11-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 Benghazi (BEN) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 110° (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 Benina International Airport (BEN) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.