AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
11,959 km
7,431 miles
ELK
Elk City
United States
Distance
11,959 km
7,431 mi / 6,457 nm
Est. Flight Time
15h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-17h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
58°
east northeast

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Airport Comparison

AKL ELK
Airport Name Auckland International Airport Elk City Regional Business Airport
IATA Code AKL ELK
ICAO Code NZAA KELK
City Auckland Elk City
Country New Zealand United States
Timezone Pacific/Auckland America/Chicago
Elevation 23 ft 2,013 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 35.430000, -99.390000

Auckland (AKL) to Elk City (ELK) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to Elk City Regional Business Airport (ELK) in Elk City, United States is 11,959 kilometers (7,431 miles / 6,457 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 15h, 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 07:34 in Auckland, it's 14:34 in Elk City. With a 17-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 1,990 feet between the two airports. Elk City Regional Business Airport sits higher than Auckland International Airport.

The return flight from Elk City (ELK) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 237° (west 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 Elk City Regional Business Airport (ELK) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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