Airport Comparison
| AKL | BIF | |
|---|---|---|
| Airport Name | Auckland International Airport | Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport |
| IATA Code | AKL | BIF |
| ICAO Code | NZAA | KBIF |
| City | Auckland | Fort Bliss/El Paso/ |
| Country | New Zealand | United States |
| Timezone | Pacific/Auckland | America/Denver |
| Elevation | 23 ft | 3,947 ft |
| Coordinates | -37.010000, 174.790000 | 31.850000, -106.380000 |
Auckland (AKL) to Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) Flight Distance
The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) in Fort Bliss/El Paso/, United States is 11,201 kilometers (6,960 miles / 6,048 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 14h, flying east northeast at a heading of 58°.
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 United States. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and North America. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.
Time zone information: When it's 14:59 in Auckland, it's 18:59 in Fort Bliss/El Paso/. With a 20-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 3,924 feet between the two airports. Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.
The return flight from Fort Bliss/El Paso/ (BIF) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 233° (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 Biggs Army Air Field (Fort Bliss) Airport (BIF) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.