Airport Comparison
| AKL | BHI | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Comandante Espora Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | BHI |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | SAZB |
| City | Auckland | Bahia Blanca |
| Country | New Zealand | Argentina |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Argentina/Buenos_Aires |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 246 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | -38.730000, -62.170000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Bahia Blanca (BHI) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) in Bahia Blanca, Argentina is 9,772 kilometers (6,072 miles / 5,276 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 12h, flying southeast at a heading of 139°.
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 Argentina. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and South America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 21:16 in Auckland, it's 05:16 in Bahia Blanca. With a 16-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 Bahia Blanca (BHI) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 222° (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 Comandante Espora Airport (BHI) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.