The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Baidoa Airport (BIB) in Baidoa, Somalia is 13,774 kilometers (8,559 miles / 7,437 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 17h, flying west southwest at a heading of 245°.

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 Somalia. 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 11:32 in Auckland, it's 01:32 in Baidoa. With a 10-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 1,797 feet between the two airports. Baidoa Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Baidoa (BIB) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 134° (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 Baidoa Airport (BIB) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.