The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Esperadinha Airport (BVR) in Brava Island, Cape Verde is 16,885 kilometers (10,492 miles / 9,117 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 21h, flying southeast at a heading of 137°.

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 Cape Verde. 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 20:16 in Auckland, it's 06:16 in Brava Island. With a 14-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 Brava Island (BVR) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 214° (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 Esperadinha Airport (BVR) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.