AKL
Auckland
New Zealand
18,513 km
11,504 miles
GMZ
Alajero
Spain
Distance
18,513 km
11,504 mi / 9,996 nm
Est. Flight Time
23h
Ultra-long-haul route
Time Difference
-13h
Pacific/Auckland
Heading
128°
southeast

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AKL GMZ
Airport Name Auckland International Airport La Gomera Airport
IATA Code AKL GMZ
ICAO Code NZAA GCGM
City Auckland Alajero
Country New Zealand Spain
Timezone Pacific/Auckland Atlantic/Canary
Elevation 23 ft 716 ft
Coordinates -37.010000, 174.790000 28.030000, -17.210000

Auckland (AKL) to Alajero (GMZ) Flight Distance

The flight distance from Auckland International Airport (AKL) in Auckland, New Zealand to La Gomera Airport (GMZ) in Alajero, Spain is 18,513 kilometers (11,504 miles / 9,996 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 23h, flying southeast at a heading of 128°.

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 Spain. It is an intercontinental flight between Oceania and Europe. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 18:47 in Auckland, it's 05:47 in Alajero. With a 13-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 Alajero (GMZ) to Auckland (AKL) follows a heading of 225° (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 La Gomera Airport (GMZ) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.

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